John Bonk, Cpa
About John Bonk, Cpa
John Bonk is a Tax Partner and National State and Local Tax Co-Leader at Marcum LLP, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in state and local taxes, offering specialized services to a diverse range of clients.
Work at Marcum
John Bonk serves as a Tax Partner and National State and Local Tax Co-Leader at Marcum LLP. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the firm's operations in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area. His role involves overseeing state and local tax strategies and providing guidance to a diverse clientele, including Fortune 100 companies and startups.
Previous Experience
Before joining Marcum, John Bonk held several key positions in prominent firms. He worked at Deloitte as a Senior Consultant from 2007 to 2012 in Chicago, IL. He then transitioned to KPMG US as a Senior Associate for 10 months in McLean, VA, from 2012 to 2013. Prior to his tenure at KPMG, he was a Manager at Ernst & Young from 2013 to 2016, also in McLean, VA.
Education and Expertise
John Bonk earned his Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Michigan, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education at the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business, obtaining a Master's degree in Accounting from 2006 to 2007. His expertise encompasses a wide range of state and local taxes, including Franchise Tax, Gross Receipts Tax, and Realty Transfer Tax.
Specialized Services Offered
In his current role, John Bonk provides specialized services that include nexus studies, voluntary disclosure agreements, and unitary analysis. He offers audit support and state tax research assistance to clients, leveraging his extensive experience in domestic restructurings and cost of performance studies.
Client Engagement
John Bonk works with a diverse client base that spans various entity classifications. His experience allows him to effectively address the unique tax needs of both large corporations and emerging startups, ensuring tailored solutions that meet their specific requirements.