BKR Worldwide Bulletin
February 2023 Edition
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Save the Date for BKR's 2023 Regional Meetings! |
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April 22-24, 2023
The Table Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
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May 6-8, 2023
Shangrila Taipei, Taipei, Taiwan
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May 20-23, 2023
Presidente Intercontinental, Mexico City, Mexico
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Register Now for Americas Regional February Events
All at 2:00 PM ET unless otherwise indicated.
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Check out all of BKR's upcoming events here.
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Catch up with the Latest from the Americas Region
Read the recent E-Update from BKR's Americas Region here.
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BKR Welcomes Todd Giddens (Atlanta) to the Americas Regional Board
BKR's Americas Regional Board welcomes Todd Giddens (Atlanta) as a new board member, effective January 1. Todd will fill the open position made available by the retirement of his fellow partner, Marlan Nichols. The board thanks Marlan for his contributions during his tenure and looks forward to working with Todd.
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BKR's 2023 Americas Member Firm Analysis Is Now Available for Input
Log-in information and instructions for BKR's Americas 2023 Member Firm Analysis have been sent to the main contacts of all Americas Region firms.
All information must be completed and submitted by Monday, May 1. The final report will be distributed at BKR's 2023 Americas Regional Meeting in Mexico City, where detailed discussion and analysis will take place.
If you need the information resent, please contact the Executive Office at bkr@bkr.com.
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Argus Audit SRL (Bucharest) Announces New Division
Argus Audit SRL is pleased to announce the launch of its new division, Business Employment, that will provide support to their clients by acting as a formal employer without being required to establish a business entity when they want to hire in Romania.
With worldwide business expanding faster than ever, the traditional method of hiring employees in different countries takes more time and resources than the EOR method. This new division will enable the expansion of business in Romania by saving costs related to subsidiary setup and payroll, eliminating the risk of non-compliance with legislation, and regulations in Romania by having access to local expertise.
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M. Ali Latif (Islamabad) Appointed State Bank of Pakistan Board Director
Ali Latif, partner at BKR Member Muniff Ziauddin & Co. Chartered Accountants (Islamabad), has been appointed as the State Bank of Pakistan's (SBP) board director. Ali has been a member of the ICAP Council since 2017 and previously served as an elected member of the ICAP Northern Regional Committee for two consecutive terms of four years. With more than 20 years of expertise in the audit and tax sectors, he is in charge of overseeing a diverse portfolio of both public and private clients from various industries.
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is responsible for the development and reconstruction of the banking system and economy, as well as its traditional central bank functions.
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Anchin, Block & Anchin LLP (New York) Continues Expansion by Adding Leaders to its Private Client and Client Accounting Advisory Services Groups
Anchin, Block & Anchin LLP is pleased to announce two strategic additions to the firm. Elizabeth Zabludoff, JD, has joined as a principal in the Private Client Group and the leader of Family Office Services. Anthony Carrella, CPA, CGMA, has joined as a partner and the leader of Client Accounting Advisory Services.
This announcement kicks off another exciting year of growth for Anchin.
Elizabeth is a principal in Anchin's Private Client Group and the Family Office Services leader. She has more than 20 years of professional experience focusing on the needs of high-net-worth clients. Elizabeth has significant experience working with wealthy individuals and families (including several Forbes 400 families), and has earned her reputation as a thought leader and trusted advisor in the high-net-worth community. Her primary areas of focus include transgenerational wealth creation and family entrepreneurship.
Anthony is a partner and the leader of Anchin's Client Accounting Advisory Services Group with more than 15 years of financial experience. Anthony specializes in helping companies maximize cash flow, implement budgets, maximize cost savings, and manage their accounting and reporting accurately, timely, and efficiently. He advises established and start-up clients in a wide range of industries including real estate, financial services, consumer products, technology, and professional services.
In 2022, the firm opened an office in Boca Raton, Florida; added seven partners and principals; was again named a Best Place to Work in New York City, New York State, and nationally; and promoted a record group to director and senior manager. All these actions have laid the foundation for a new year that will be focused on both internal and external expansion. "I am excited to welcome Liz and Anthony to the team. Their addition will further align our services with those that support our clients' continued success," says Russell B. Shinsky, Anchin's managing partner.
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DiSanto, Priest & Co. (Warwick) Promotes Three New Partners
DiSanto, Priest & Co. is pleased to announce the promotion of three new partners: Bernadette Dion, CPA, MAcc, John J. Rainone, CPA, MBA, CCIFP, and Garrett T. Stenhouse, CPA effective January 1, 2023.
Bernadette began her public accounting career in 1994 in Plattsburgh, New York, as a staff accountant with the firm, Abbott, Frenyea, Russell & Coffey. She joined the Tax Department at DiSanto, Priest & Co. in 2017. Bernadette has more than 27 years of experience specializing in tax advisory and consulting services, with a focus on both closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals.
Bernadette received her undergraduate degree with a concentration in accounting from State University of New York, College at Plattsburgh. She also is a member of the board of directors for the Rhode Island Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.
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John began his career in June 2005 with the firm, Charland, Marciano & Company, CPAs, LLP. He joined DiSanto, Priest & Co. in 2011, and most recently held the position of principal in the Audit Department. John has more than 17 years of experience, specializing in real estate and construction from both an accounting and tax compliance, as well as planning perspective.
John received his undergraduate degree from Assumption College with a concentration in accounting, and a master’s degree in Business Administration from Johnson & Wales University. He also holds the position of president of the Warwick Boys and Girls Club Board of Directors.
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Garrett began his career with DiSanto, Priest & Co. as a three-time summer intern from 2007-2009. He later joined the firm’s accounting staff in 2010. Garrett has more than 12 years of experience and specializes in complex transactions in the manufacturing and precious metals industries.
Garrett received his undergraduate degree in corporate finance and accounting from Bentley University. He was awarded the Nicholas Picchione Gold Award during the 2015 CPA exam offering.
Emilio Colapietro, managing partner of DiSanto, Priest & Co., says, “We are pleased to welcome Bernadette, John, and Garrett to the partnership team and look forward to their continued contributions to our clients and the firm overall as we seek to remain one of the largest independently owned and operated, multi-service professional service firms in New England.”
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Nisivoccia LLP (Mt. Arlington) Announces January 2023 Promotions
Nisivoccia LLP is pleased to announce that, effective January 2023, Mike Smith, CPA, Ryan Hynson, CPA, and Andrew Kucinski, CPA, were admitted as partners in the firm.
Ryan began his career as an intern with Nisivoccia in 2011. His expertise includes providing accounting and audit services to its profit and not-for-profit clients with a specialization in performing Single and Housing Urban Development (HUD) audits. Ryan enjoys developing long-term relationships with his clients and looks forward to working together to help them succeed.
He is a member of the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Group. Ryan was awarded the "Rising Star Award" by the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce, being recognized as an emerging leader whose achievements reflect exceptional growth in his profession, increased levels of leadership and responsibility, and high potential for future impact.
Ryan received his BA in Sociology with a minor in Accounting from Bloomsburg University before continuing his education at Fairleigh Dickinson University, receiving an MS degree in Accounting. He is a licensed CPA in the State of New Jersey.
Andrew joined Nisivoccia 14 years ago as a member of the firm's Governmental Entity Group. He specializes in providing accounting, audit, budget, and planning services to its municipal and school district clients. Andrew is also a certified forensic accountant and leads the firm’s forensic engagements. Andrew believes in a proactive approach when working with his clients, as well as the importance of communications and planning.
Andrew is member of the Mt. Olive Chamber of Commerce and helps coordinate the firm’s participation in their annual food and holiday drive. He is also a member of the firm’s Quality of Life Committee. Andrew holds a BS and MS in Accounting from Farleigh Dickinson University. He is a licensed CPA, public school accountant (PSA), registered municipal accountant (RMA), and certified fraud examiner (CFE) in the state of New Jersey.
Mike began his career with Nisivoccia 13 years ago as an intern in the Audit Department. Through the years, Mike developed a specialization in providing accounting and audit services for both for profit and not-for-profit clients. He is also well-versed in the specialized set of regulations that apply to Approved Private Schools for Students with Disabilities, as well as audits of employee benefit plans. Mike takes a collaborative approach to working with his clients by engaging them in discussions that lead to more meaningful decisions and financial planning and objectives.
Mike is a member of the Jefferson Township Chamber of Commerce and the firm’s Quality of Life Committee. Mike holds a BS in Financial Accounting from Virginia Tech and an MBA in Accounting from William Paterson University. He is a licensed CPA in the state of New Jersey.
“Ryan, Andrew, and Mike are hard-working, dedicated professionals who have excelled in their time here. They have worked tirelessly exceeding client expectations, as well as helping others where needed. Clients who have worked with Ryan, Andrew, and Mike always tell us what a pleasure it is to work with them,” said Nisivoccia Managing Partner Bud Jones.
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Walker Wayland NSW (Sydney) Appoints Kate Douglass as Partner
Walker Wayland NSW is pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Douglass as a partner in the firm as of January 1.
Kate is an experienced tax and business adviser who provides compliance, advisory, management accounting, and outsourced CFO services for local and international organizations.
Kate is passionate about helping businesses reach their potential through planning and strategy implementation, and use of technology. She continues to deliver on that passion to the benefit of clients and the firm. In doing so, she has built a strongly engaged team to provide the means on delivering on client needs in an effective manner.
Her team-based approach has added strongly to firm culture and has enhanced the development of the firm itself.
Kate is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and is currently the chair of the Walker Wayland Australasia Business Advisory Committee.
Since joining the firm in 2018 as a manager, and from her appointment as principal in July 2021, Kate has consistently delivered for the benefit of clients, team, contacts, and the firm.
The firm would like to congratulate Kate on her achievement and look forward to her being a part of its future.
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Check out the Latest Edition of KCM Insight
Read the December 2022 issue of KCM Insight here.
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Accountancy Europe's Latest Update Now Available
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Free Whitepapers on BKR's Member Forum
BKR has recently posted a number of free whitepapers and other resources on BKR's Member Forum. See what's available here.
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