Wessel & Company Named a Top 400 Firm

Sep 22, 2020 | Newsletter

Wessel & Company CPAs and Advisors, headquartered in Johnstown, PA, has been recognized as one of the Top 400 CPA firms in the nation. The list is compiled by Inside Public Accounting (IPA) and published on a yearly basis. “Our team is excited to be recognized among the top firms in the country” said Joel Valentine, Wessel & Company’s CEO. The list was compiled before the firm’s recent merger with Perry & Company, located in Cranberry Township, PA. This office expands Wessel & Company’s reach into the Pittsburgh marketplace.

As an independent member of the BDO Alliance USA, Wessel & Company has the depth to address national and international needs. The firm provides audit, accounting, tax, forensic and consulting services to a wide variety of clients. They offer a diverse range of services to meet the needs of companies of all sizes and complexities. Every engagement is tailored to the individual needs of each client. For more information, reach out to Joel Valentine at 814.536.7864.

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