Karen Schaefer graduated from Western Illinois University in 1984 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and obtained her CPA certificate in 1985.  Karen has 31 years of accounting experience, with 30 years in public accounting.  Karen began her career in private industry working as an internal auditor for an international company for a year before joining Haran & Associates Ltd in 1985.  Karen’s experience includes tax services, accounting services, compilations, reviews, and audit.  As a partner, Karen oversees the preparation and review of tax returns and advises clients on various tax related issues.