Our Story

Van Clemens Accounting Associates began with a simple mission:

To provide small businesses and individuals with more from their tax partners.

We don’t just crunch numbers. We deliver insight, strategy, and peace of mind. For over 30 years, our firm has been providing quality, personalized financial guidance to clients throughout the Twin Cities and beyond.

Over the decades, we’ve seen the financial landscape change dramatically – new tax laws, economic ups and downs, and technological revolutions in the accounting field. We’ve not only kept up, but we’ve stayed ahead of the curve. We embraced secure cloud-based tools, real-time collaboration, and integrated wealth management services to better serve our clients’ full financial picture.

Today, we’re proud to serve our customers with the high-touch service and customized solutions you would expect from a boutique firm, yet with expertise and capabilities on par with much larger firms. Our team is passionate about helping small to mid-sized business owners succeed. By integrating tax planning, accounting, and wealth advisory, we help our clients not just react to the present, but plan for a prosperous future.

Our Values

🎯 Client-Centric
We win when our clients win. We take time to listen and understand your goals. Every solution is tailored to fit you – no one-size-fits-all approaches here. Your success is our success, and we go the extra mile to deliver results.

💡 Expertise & Innovation
Trusted advice, modern solutions. We stay at the forefront of changes to tax law and technology. We pride ourselves not just on accuracy but also on creativity – finding smart strategies and tech-forward efficiencies that save you money and time.

🤝 Integrity & Transparency
Honesty is non-negotiable. You trust us with your finances, and we take that seriously. We practice what we preach with upfront pricing and no hidden fees. You’ll always know where you stand with us – and we’ll always stand by our work.

🚀 Continuous Improvement
We invest in professional development for our team and constantly refine our processes to serve you better. We’re not a firm stuck doing what worked in 1995. We evolve with the times and find better ways to help you reach your goals.