Cherry Bekaert, a leading US accounting and advisory firm, has acquired Tarsus, a Washington, DC-based accounting practice with additional offices in California, Missouri, and Bangalore, India. 

Tarsus is recognised for its expertise in outsourced accounting, bookkeeping, real-time financial reporting, KPI reporting, and strategic CFO services across technology, government contracting, staffing, private equity, and professional services sectors.

The acquisition strengthens Cherry Bekaert’s Outsourced Accounting Services practice and broadens its CFO advisory capabilities, enhancing its ability to deliver comprehensive support to clients across both firms. The integration also increases the firm’s presence in Washington, DC and Kansas City.

Michelle Thompson, CEO of Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC, said, “Tarsus' experience and established presence in the Washington, DC and Kansas City markets strengthen our brand, operational capabilities and scale within this region and in the outsourcing and CFO advisory arenas. We are excited to welcome the Tarsus team and look forward to delivering even greater value to our clients together.”

Alex Diaz-Asper, managing partner of Tarsus, added, “We are thrilled to join Cherry Bekaert and embark on this next chapter for our clients and team. By combining our strengths, we can offer an expanded suite of services while maintaining the high standards and personalized attention our clients expect. Together, we look forward to creating new opportunities and delivering even greater value.”

Cherry Bekaert is ranked among the largest assurance, tax, and advisory firms in the US and operates globally. The acquisition aligns with the firm’s strategy to enhance specialised advisory services, particularly in outsourced accounting and CFO advisory, across key industries.

Explore how Cherry Bekaert is reshaping outsourced accounting and CFO advisory services in key US markets in the full article.

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