Experienced accountant to lead professional services firm in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS — Feb. 1, 2018 — Professional services firm Sikich recently promoted Tom Bayer, CPA, to partner-in-charge of its Indianapolis office. Bayer has more than 25 years of experience helping companies with tax and business succession planning. He joins Sikich’s Indianapolis office after working in the firm’s central Illinois offices in Decatur and Springfield.
“Indianapolis is a vibrant market full of innovative organizations, and I’m excited to drive our growth here,” Bayer said. “Sikich is uniquely equipped to help organizations navigate a wide variety of business challenges and ensure long-term success. I look forward to leading our talented team as we continue to address client needs with creative solutions.”
Sikich offers tax, accounting, audit and assurance, technology, and advisory services – including investment banking, wealth management, supply chain consulting, human resources consulting, forensic and valuation services, and public relations and marketing – from its offices across the country. The Indianapolis office serves organizations across industries, including construction and real estate, agribusiness, manufacturing and distribution, retail and professional services, and not-for-profit.
“Tom is a proven leader and invaluable business adviser to his clients,” said Sikich CEO Chris Geier. “I am confident he will continue the strong tradition of premier client service, in addition to expanding our service offerings and market share in the Indianapolis market.”
Bayer earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Eastern Illinois University.
Sikich LLP, a leading professional services firm specializing in accounting, technology, investment banking* and advisory services**, has more than 800 employees throughout the country. Founded in 1982, Sikich now ranks as the country’s 27th largest Certified Public Accounting firm and is among the top 10 of all enterprise resource planning solution partners in the country. From corporations and not-for-profits to state and local governments, Sikich clients can use a broad spectrum of services and products that help them reach long-term, strategic goals.
*Securities offered through Sikich Corporate Finance LLC, member FINRA/SIPC.
**Investment advisory services offered through Sikich Financial, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor.
This publication contains general information only and Sikich is not, by means of this publication, rendering accounting, business, financial, investment, legal, tax, or any other professional advice or services. This publication is not a substitute for such professional advice or services, nor should you use it as a basis for any decision, action or omission that may affect you or your business. Before making any decision, taking any action or omitting an action that may affect you or your business, you should consult a qualified professional advisor. In addition, this publication may contain certain content generated by an artificial intelligence (AI) language model. You acknowledge that Sikich shall not be responsible for any loss sustained by you or any person who relies on this publication.
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Sikich is a global company specializing in technology-enabled professional services. With more than 1,900 employees, Sikich draws on a diverse portfolio of technology solutions to deliver transformative digital strategies and is comprised of one of the largest CPA firms in the United States. From corporations and not-for-profits to state and local governments and federal agencies, Sikich clients utilize a broad spectrum of services* and products to help them improve performance and achieve long-term, strategic goals. *Securities offered through Sikich Corporate Finance LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Sikich Financial, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor.
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