Our Team

Michelle Swanson, President

Ms. Swanson is a certified public accountant who brings extensive accounting and tax experience to the group. Prior to founding Reliance Associates, Ms. Swanson held the controller position at The Marcil Group. Prior to The Marcil Group, she worked over 12 years in public accounting assisting clients from a variety of industries in developing financial and internal controls and preparing and presenting financial statements and tax returns; including extensive accounting, tax, and consulting services experience in physician practices and clinics.

 

Ms. Swanson holds Bachelor’s of Science Degrees in Accounting and Business Administration from North Dakota State University.

Amy Menholt, Manager

Ms. Menholt graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of North Dakota in May of 2008 with a Bachelor of Accounting degree. She is looking forward to obtaining her CPA designation later this year. Ms. Menholt joined Reliance Associates PLLC as a staff accountant in August, 2008.

 

Ms. Menholt specializes in small business accounting. She also has experience in payroll preparation.

 

Ms. Swanson holds Bachelor’s of Science Degrees in Accounting and Business Administration from North Dakota State University.