While private equity-backed mergers and acquisitions dominate headlines, a growing number of firms are finding success by choosing a different path.Private equity dollars continue to reshape the accounting and advisory industry. The five fastest growing firms of last year are all backed by private equity. Still, many firms are asking a critical question: is it possibl [...]

Becoming a leader is something many employees strive for, but not everyone accomplishes this goal. GHJ’s Managing Partner Tom Barry and Partner and Chief Strategy Officer Mari-Anne Kehler spoke at the 2021 Association for Accounting Marketing (AAM) Summit about how to earn a seat at the leadership table. Their insightful dialogue focused on the synergies among culture [...]

As we move into uncharted waters in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, companies are embracing – without much of a choice – 100-percent remote working for employees. Remote working for GHJ (GHJ) has become a large part of our company culture and a way for us to advocate and support employee work-life balance. However as this pandemic continues to develop and change wi [...]

There is traditionally a negative stigma about the demanding work environment of public accounting and consulting. If the perception is based on the long hours and deadlines, then I understand the associated disapproval. But if viewed through the lens of making a difference and helping clients succeed, then the culture, for me, is more about being more! Reflecting on [...]

Ara Anoshiravani joins GHJ to optimize operations, deepen talent development and further enhance the Firm’s client service model.LOS ANGELES, CA – GHJ, a national advisory, tax and accounting firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ara Anoshiravani as Chief Operating Officer (COO). With over 25 years of experience in professional services, Ara brings a st [...]

GHJ was honored for the first time with this prestigious accolade, which recognizes firms that deliver standout performance with a business model built for long-term success.LOS ANGELES, CA – GHJ, a national advisory, tax and accounting firm, is proud to announce it has been named a 2025 Best of the Best CPA Firm by INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA) — a first-t [...]

The Los Angeles Business Journal and CalCPA recognized Satpal Nagpal, Lizbeth Nevarez and Anant Patel for shaping the future of accounting and business in Los Angeles.LOS ANGELES, CA – GHJ, a national advisory, tax and accounting firm, proudly announces that three of its leaders — Satpal Nagpal, Lizbeth Nevarez and Anant Patel — have been named to the L [...]

Gina McLeod and Lizbeth Nevarez were recognized nominees in the fifth annual celebration of impactful women leaders in Los Angeles.LOS ANGELES, CA – GHJ, a national advisory, tax and accounting firm, is proud to announce that two of its partners, Gina McLeod and Lizbeth Nevarez, were official nominees of the LA Times’ 2025 Inspirational Women Leadership [...]

New Partners Arna Erazo, Nisha Golcha, Katie Hettinger and Andreas Koller support GHJ’s continued national growth and reinforce its cross-market reach and client-first advisory approach.LOS ANGELES, CA – GHJ, a national advisory, tax and accounting firm, is proud to announce the promotion of four senior leaders to partner effective Jan. 1, 2026: Arna Erazo,  [...]

Peter Klass and Stephanie Yan were recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal with an award that celebrates exceptional leaders across the region shaping the future of business and community.LOS ANGELES, CA – GHJ, a national advisory, tax and accounting firm, is proud to announce that two of its leaders, Peter Klass and Stephanie Yan, have been named to [...]