Top-tier profit participation firm joins GHJ to enhance services for studios, talent and entertainment clients while reinforcing GHJ’s independent model.
LOS ANGELES, CA – GHJ, a national advisory, tax and accounting firm, today announced that Hacker, Douglas & Company, LLP (Hacker Douglas), a leader in profit participation and entertainment accounting, will be joining the Firm.
“With GHJ’s added depth and resources, our team is better positioned to support our clients’ goals without sacrificing the high-quality service that has always defined our work,” said Elaine Douglas, partner at Hacker Douglas. “I am confident this will serve our clients well for years to come.”
The addition of Los Angeles-based Hacker Douglas will expand the seasoned expertise GHJ offers clients. With a strong presence in Los Angeles and clients around the globe, GHJ’s deep specialization in the entertainment industry is further enhanced by welcoming the Hacker Douglas team. GHJ’s Profit Participation Services Practice has previously provided services to more than 80 of the top 100 grossing films and over half of the 100 greatest television shows — a reach that is expected to grow significantly with the expertise and longstanding client relationships Hacker Douglas brings.
“We are thrilled to welcome the exceptional team from Hacker Douglas to GHJ,” Profit Participation Services Practice Leader Peter Klass said. “Their decades-long legacy of servicing leading television series and major motion pictures aligns perfectly with the high standard of service our clients expect from us.”
Hacker Douglas was founded in 1970 and has, since then, provided motion picture and television audits, merchandising, publishing and estate valuation, and expert witness and litigation support services to the entertainment industry.
“GHJ’s reputation and knowledge base are top tier in this industry,” stated Wendy Mills, partner at Hacker Douglas. “Both firms strongly believe in providing the best client service to drive the most successful outcomes on all audit engagements, so we feel confident that GHJ is the perfect home for Hacker Douglas.”
This move comes at a pivotal time in GHJ’s history. As the professional services industry continues to consolidate, GHJ remains steadfast in its independence with a focus on high-quality services and personalized experiences for each client.
“This strategic decision — founded in the right cultural fit and top-class services — positions GHJ to continue to lead as a premiere provider of expertise in the entertainment industry,” said Ilan Haimoff, GHJ Entertainment Practice leader. “This allows our Firm to enhance the support we provide to clients while remaining focused on delivering personalized attention.”
Hacker Douglas’ team will join GHJ’s Profit Participation Services Practice effective June 2025. The transaction was under the advisement of law firm Sklar Kirsh.
About GHJ
GHJ is a national advisory and accounting firm with a mission to help its clients and team members #BeMore by pursuing their passions, building thriving businesses and creating a better future. Headquartered in Los Angeles with additional offices in San Jose, Buffalo and Denver and over 250 professionals and 23 partners throughout the U.S., GHJ serves thousands of clients worldwide. The Firm meets clients where they are and specializes in a diverse range of industries, including entertainment, food and beverage and media and advertising companies and nonprofit organizations.
Ranked as a Top-100 Firm, 7th Fastest-Growing Firm, Top Regional Leader in the West and Best Firm to Work For by Accounting Today, GHJ is recognized for its innovative approach and dedication to client success. This is driven by the belief that its collective diversity of thoughts, backgrounds and experiences are exactly what makes GHJ a place where employees can each #BeMore – together. Employees are invited to pursue their passions, deliver exceptional service and support the causes they care about. The Firm embraces hybrid work and prioritizes diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA). Additionally, GHJ Foundation supports the community through financial contributions and volunteerism.
GHJ is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the AICPA Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC), the California Society of CPAs and the California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofit). As a member of HLB International, the global network of independent advisory and accounting firms, GHJ provides clients with seamless access to expertise in over 150 countries to deliver solutions that meet both local and global needs.
About Hacker, Douglas & Company
Hacker, Douglas & Company specializes in participation and contract compliance audits for motion picture, television and merchandising participants. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Los Angeles, its qualified team is uniquely attuned to meeting the needs of the entertainment industry.
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