February 1, 2012

Marcum LLP Merges In Connecticut Accounting Firm, Konowitz, Kahn & Company

Marcum LLP Merges In Connecticut Accounting Firm, Konowitz, Kahn & Company

Growth Continues as North Haven, CT Firm joins the New England practice of Marcum

New Haven, CT – Marcum LLP, a national independent public accounting and advisory firm, announced the merging in of the Connecticut accounting, tax and consulting firm of Konowitz, Kahn & Company, P.C. All seven partners and thirty employees from Konowitz, Kahn & Co. will join the New England practice of Marcum and will work out of Marcum’s New Haven office.

As one of the largest independent public accounting and advisory services firms in the nation, with an expanding global footprint, Marcum LLP is a true middle-market alternative to the “Big 4” firms. Established in 1951, Marcum offers the resources of more than 1,100 professionals and 150 partners with full service offices strategically located in major business markets throughout the world.

Started in 1936 as a sole proprietorship, Konowitz, Kahn & Company, P.C. had grown into a leading provider of the highest quality, partner-managed professional accounting, audit, tax services, and management consulting services to clients in the middle market. The firm served closely held mid-market businesses in diverse industries, locally and globally.

“Having done business in each other’s backyards for 30 years, I’ve known of the high quality work performed by the Partners at Konowitz, Kahn for a long time. I am excited to welcome those same partners into the Marcum organization as well as into our New England offices,” remarked Anthony P. Scillia, Partner in Charge of Marcum’s New England region. “The Konowitz, Kahn group brings a suite of complementary services that will increase our ability to service the New England marketplace, and, most importantly, all of our clients.”

“Konowitz, Kahn & Co. brings years of experience, quality, and excellent client service to Marcum. This combination of Firms is a dynamic step in the overall Marcum growth strategy in New England,” stated Jeffrey M. Weiner, Managing Partner of Marcum LLP.

About Marcum LLP
Marcum LLP is a top-ranked national accounting and advisory firm dedicated to helping entrepreneurial, middle-market companies and high net worth individuals achieve their goals. Marcum’s industry-focused practices offer deep insight and specialized services to privately held and publicly registered companies, and nonprofit and social sector organizations. The Firm also provides a full complement of technology, wealth management, and executive search and staffing services. Headquartered in New York City, Marcum has offices in major business markets across the U.S. and select international locations. #AskMarcum.