Elgee Rehfeld, LLC

09/21/2026

A little change has happened at the office!

Our front office is now located on the main floor. The next time you stop by, skip the trip upstairs, you'll find us right when you come in!

We’re still here and ready to help, just in a new spot. Keep an eye out for our front desk and please don’t walk past us! 👋

09/15/2026

If you filed for an extension earlier this year, October 15 is an important date to keep on your calendar.

The extended deadline for filing individual federal income tax returns is coming up, and we want to make sure our clients have everything in place before it arrives.

Still have documents or information to send our way? Please get them to us as soon as possible. And if we've reached out for a signature or additional information, a timely response helps us keep your return moving and ready for filing.

October will be here before we know it! If you're not sure whether we still need something from you, give us a call or stop by the office. We're always happy to help.

08/15/2026

A friendly reminder that the September 15 filing deadline for S Corporations and Partnerships is quickly approaching.

If you haven't sent us your tax information yet, now is the time to do so. Giving us your documents as soon as possible helps ensure we have everything needed to prepare your return before the deadline.

If you've already sent us your paperwork but still have an e-file authorization form waiting for your signature, please sign and return it as soon as possible. We can't electronically file your return until we receive it.

As always, if you have questions or need a hand with the process, give us a call or stop by the office. We're happy to help and look forward to making your filing process as smooth as possible.

08/07/2026

A little sunshine, good food, and great company ☀️🌭

We took some time to step away from the office, enjoy the beautiful weather, share a great meal, and spend time together outside of work. Moments like these remind us that the relationships we build as a team are just as important as the work we do for our clients every day.

We're grateful for a wonderful team, a little sunshine, and the chance to recharge together.

Here's to making the most of another Alaska summer!

07/29/2026

Celebrating two well-deserved promotions at Elgee Rehfeld! 🎉

Congratulations to Megan on her promotion to Office Manager and to Sophia on her promotion to Senior Accountant. Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to both our team and our clients have made a lasting impact, and we're grateful to have them as part of the Elgee Rehfeld family.

Please join us in congratulating Megan and Sophia on this exciting milestone. We can't wait to see all they accomplish in their new roles!

07/21/2026

As Juneau prepares for the potential glacial outburst flood later this summer, we're grateful to be part of a community that always shows up for one another.

From local organizations and contractors to volunteers and neighbors, countless people are working together to help prepare homes and support those who may be impacted.

At Elgee Rehfeld, we're proud to stand alongside so many others in serving our community. Thank you to everyone lending their time, expertise, and helping hands.

Wishing everyone a safe and prepared season ahead.

07/16/2026

We are proud to be members of the Juneau Chamber of Commerce and grateful for opportunities to connect with our local business community.

A special thank you to the Juneau Chamber for inviting Janelle to speak at the recent Chamber Luncheon. We appreciate the opportunity to share our knowledge, connect with fellow professionals, and be part of the conversations that help make Juneau such a great place to live and work.

Thank you to everyone who attended!

🍽️ Luncheon Recap: Navigating Alaska’s 2026 Employment Landscape

A huge thank you to Janelle Anderson from Elgee Rehfeld for joining us at our recent luncheon! Janelle shared her invaluable insights into what Alaska employers are facing right now and how to protect your business.

The hot topic of the day was Alaska’s Ballot Measure 1—which brought massive changes to state labor laws following its implementation. Janelle broke down how these changes are playing out in real-time, including:

📈 Minimum Wage & Salary Exempt Thresholds: Navigating the step-up minimum wage increases (hitting $14.00/hr as of July 1, 2026) and the corresponding rise in the salary exempt threshold to $1,120/week ($58,240/year).

🩺 Paid Sick Leave Nuances: Handling the 1 hour per 30 hours worked accrual system, mandatory carry-overs, and how existing PTO programs fit into compliance.

👥 Exemptions & Classifications: Identifying who is exempt (like certain minors and seasonal non-profit workers) and ensuring accurate wage-and-hour classifications.

⚖️ Department of Labor Activity: Keeping up with enforcement trends and avoiding common payroll and tax pitfalls before year-end.

Whether you're a business owner, HR professional, or bookkeeper, Janelle left us with practical, actionable steps to keep our businesses compliant and successful.

Missed the discussion? Keep an eye on our page for upcoming events so you can stay ahead of the curve! 📈

06/30/2026

As another tax season comes to a close, we want to take a moment to celebrate the people who make it all worthwhile.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible clients for trusting us with your businesses, families, and financial goals. Your continued support keeps us busy, keeps us growing, and allows us to do what we love every day.

Now that the deadlines are behind us, we get to enjoy one of our favorite traditions—Trails & Ales! Getting outside together, exploring local trails, enjoying the beautiful weather, and sharing a well-earned drink is one of the ways we strengthen our team outside the office. These moments of connection help us recharge, build stronger relationships, and come back ready for whatever comes next.

Here's to a successful tax season, a great team, and making the most of the sunshine while it lasts! ☀️🥾🍻

06/24/2026

Meet Mako Waddell, our new Senior Accountant!

Mako began her career at KPMG in Chicago, where she developed a strong foundation in public accounting. She later relocated to Utah, continuing to build her experience and expand her client exposure with a large regional CPA firm. A few months ago, a family relocation brought Mako to Juneau, leading her to Elgee Rehfeld. She was drawn to the collaborative culture and the opportunity to contribute her background while growing professionally in a new community.

Mako is excited to expand her technical knowledge in governmental accounting. She is eager to master the unique regulatory and reporting requirements in this area to better serve clients and continue growing professionally.

In her free time, Mako loves to bake, especially Japanese bread. She is enjoying her new home, especially the incredible access to fresh seafood and the beautiful natural environment.

Welcome to the team, Mako!

04/20/2026

Say hello to our senior accountant, Tracy Morrison!

Before working at Elgee Rehfeld, Tracy was the office manager of NorthWind Architects for four and a half years. Although she misses the folks at NorthWind, she continues to maintain community relationships through her connections with clients.

Following five years in Anchorage, Tracy moved to Juneau and has lived here for the past 13 years. She remembers one of her introductions to Southeast Alaska living; Tracy once traveled to Ketchikan for her daughters’ swim meet and waited 45 minutes for the hotel shuttle, not realizing she had to take the ferry across the channel first.

“I watched the ferry go back and forth a couple of times before making the call to the hotel. I considered this part of my introduction and education to living in SE Alaska and had a great laugh about it with my daughters (maybe they laughed less).”

A fun fact about Tracy is that she is competitive, but also empathetic. She wants everyone to win!

Tracy wants to give a shout-out to Mark Mesdag for providing her with the opportunity to become an accountant.

We are so happy to have you as a part of our family, Tracy!