Mergers and Acquisitions January 13, 2026
PKF O’Connor Davies Adds Topping Kessler in Florida
The top 30 accounting firm said Tuesday it has acquired Hollywood, FL-based CPA firm Topping Kessler & Co., expanding its presence in the state.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 13, 2026
Smith + Howard Acquires Bauknight Pietras & Stormer in South Carolina
The Atlanta-based top 100 firm has made its first M&A deal of 2026, acquiring Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, an INSIDE Public Accounting top 300 firm based in Columbia, SC.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 8, 2026
Doeren Mayhew Acquires Lancaster & Reed in Florida
The top 50 accounting firm announced Wednesday that it added Key Biscayne, FL-based CPA firm Lancaster & Reed as of Dec. 17, 2025.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 8, 2026
HoganTaylor Merges in Hawthorn, Waymouth & Carroll in Louisiana
The top 100 accounting firm has expanded its footprint in Louisiana through a merger with Hawthorn, Waymouth & Carroll, a CPA firm based in Baton Rouge that provides audit, tax, and accounting services, effective Jan. 1.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 8, 2026
FustCharles Adds Stephen J. Flood CPA PLLC in New York
Syracuse, NY-based FustCharles, an INSIDE Public Accounting top 400 firm, has completed an M&A deal with Stephen J. Flood CPA PLLC, an accounting practice based in Latham, NY, effective Jan. 1.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 7, 2026
Aprio Merges in Two Oregon-Based CPA Firms
The top 25 firm has kicked off the new year by making its foray into the Pacific Northwest, announcing Jan. 7 that it has merged with two CPA firms in the greater Portland area: Delap LLP and Hoffman, Stewart & Schmidt PC.
Firm Management January 7, 2026
PYA Names David McMillan Next President and CEO
McMillan officially succeeded his friend and mentor Marty Brown as PYA president on Jan. 1, and he will assume the title of CEO from Brown on Jan. 1, 2027.
Firm Management January 7, 2026
Lori Roth Takes Over as CEO of Prager Metis
Previously co-managing partner of Prager Metis along with Glenn Friedman, Lori Roth was named CEO of the top 60 accounting firm and Stuart Mayer was named COO, effective Jan. 1.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 7, 2026
Sax Adds Scheidel, Sullivan & Lanni CPA and Sierra Financial Advisors
The top 75 accounting firm said Jan. 7 it has acquired Scheidel, Sullivan & Lanni CPA, while its subsidiary, Sax Wealth Advisors, acquired Sierra Financial Advisors, SSL's wealth management arm, effective Jan. 4.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 7, 2026
Mauldin & Jenkins Merges in The Prinzo Group in Georgia
The top 60 firm is expanding its Governmental Advisory practice through a merger with The Prinzo Group, a government-focused technology firm that specializes in system modernization, procurement, and policy implementation.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 7, 2026
SSC CPAs + Advisors Combines with Harrison Henderson in Oklahoma
Topeka, KS-based SSC CPAs + Advisors, an INSIDE Public Accounting top 400 firm by revenue, has merged with Harrison Henderson, a public accounting firm with offices in Oklahoma.
Mergers and Acquisitions January 6, 2026
Symphona Acquires Southeastern Accounting Firm Schell & Hogan
Clients of both organizations will benefit from enhanced resources, broader service offerings, and a unified team dedicated to creating value in every relationship.