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REDW Advisors & CPAs are continuing their strategic growth by acquiring Hatcher Financial, a move that not only enhances REDW’s capabilities, but also expands their expertise in serving clients across diverse industries. Read more about this strategic expansion here: https://lnkd.in/gduZmbDt #Acquisition #Growth #Accounting #TeamSuccess #StrategicExpansion

🎉 Huge news! 🎉 BC&A Chartered Accountants Acquires Romsey-Based Accountancy Firm, Macklin & Co. We're over the moon to announce our acquisition of Macklin & Co, a highly-regarded boutique accountancy firm with a legacy of over 33 years in Romsey. This acquisition marks an exciting milestone for BC&A, as we expand our offerings to serve a broader spectrum of sectors, enhancing resources and expertise available to clients of both firms. Read more about what this exciting update means for both firms by following the link below: https://lnkd.in/ek5nh3gG #PressRelease #Acquisition #Accounting #BusinessUpdate

📢 Exciting News for Public Accountants! 📢 CBIZ has announced a $2.3 billion acquisition of Marcum, creating a combined firm with $2.8 billion in annual U.S. revenue, surpassing Grant Thornton as the seventh-largest accounting firm in the U.S. This strategic move will see CBIZ acquiring Marcum's consulting and tax services, while Mayer Hoffman McCann will take on the audit practice. The deal, expected to close in Q4, includes $1.1 billion in cash and CBIZ common stock. This merger highlights a significant structural shift outside the Big Four, poised to expand services and market reach. Would love to hear your thoughts! 💡 #Accounting #MergersAndAcquisitions #CBIZ #Marcum #PublicAccounting

How did we score on Vault’s annual ranking of top 25 accounting firms? Read here to learn about the 16 “Quality of Life” categories where we ranked in the top five for 2025. #culture #vaultrankings #PlanteMoran

Curious about what #ForvisMazars is? Give the below a read, from our newly named Managing Partner of the DFW practice unit.

When we talk about disruption in the accounting profession and the opportunities that it creates, this is what we mean. How do firms compete in the industry and remain profitable? I'm sure this deal will be a big shocker to many, but we are not surprised at all! Are you leaning towards maintaining independence or are you still uncertain about your next steps? We can set a time to discuss your current challenges and how we can assist. - Alisandy Abinader The Visionary Group 800-995-9186

🚀 Citrin Cooperman Expands Its Footprint with Strategic Acquisition of S&G LLP! 🚀 In a significant move that underscores its commitment to growth and excellence, Citrin Cooperman has successfully acquired S&G LLP, a well-established assurance, tax, and advisory firm located in Worcester, Massachusetts. This acquisition brings a team of five partners and over 30 professionals into the Citrin Cooperman family, bolstering its presence in the Boston-Metro region. Citrin Cooperman's CEO Alan Badey and Executive Chairman Joel Cooperman remarked, “S&G’s strong middle-market presence, client-centric focus, industry depth and deep commitment to culture and its people are highly aligned with Citrin Cooperman’s core principles and strategic approach.” S&G LLP has built a reputation for excellence, providing a range of consulting and accounting services to middle-market and family-owned enterprises. Their expertise in navigating complex issues, maximizing financial performance, and achieving both personal and professional goals will now complement Citrin Cooperman’s comprehensive service offerings. Ranked No. 18 on Accounting Today's "Top 100 Firms" list, Citrin Cooperman continues to expand its national reach and diversify its expertise. With more than 450 partners and 2,800 professionals across the country, the firm offers a robust array of business and personal service solutions, setting new benchmarks in the professional services sector. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/enSRMahQ #BusinessExpansion #ProfessionalServices #StrategicAcquisition #Accounting #BusinessAdvisory We'd love to hear your thoughts on this acquisition and its potential impacts on the industry. Share your perspectives in the comments! 📣"

Another twist, another turn, as the public accounting landscape continues to reshape in the US. 'Its sale marks a twist on recent transactions in the rapidly-consolidating sector. Other mid-tier US firms, such as Grant Thornton and Baker Tilly, have opted to sell majority stakes to private equity.' Arguably, the consolidation of mid-tier accounting firms in the United States is rapidly narrowing the competitive chasm with the Big Four, as these mergers enhance their capabilities, market reach, and expertise, challenging the longstanding dominance of their larger counterparts - time will tell. https://lnkd.in/eReDFbcr

Wall Street Journal: CBIZ Strikes Deal to Acquire Fellow Accounting Firm Marcum Publicly traded CBIZ would take the SPAC auditor’s tax and consulting practices public in a $2.3 billion transaction #accountingadvisory #deals #professionalservices #auditing #audit #CBIZ #marcum #acquisitions Article summary (Microsoft co-pilot system): 1. Acquisition Deal: CBIZ has agreed to acquire Marcum for $2.3 billion, creating the seventh-largest accounting firm in the U.S. 2. Business Expansion: The merger will allow CBIZ to expand in areas where Marcum has a larger presence, such as Washington, D.C., and Nashville. 3. Audit Practices: Marcum’s audit practice will be acquired by Mayer Hoffman McCann, while CBIZ will take over Marcum’s consulting and tax services. 4. Financial Details: The deal includes $1.1 billion in cash and 14.4 million shares of CBIZ common stock, with the transaction expected to close in the fourth quarter.

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