Firm Management
Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz Merges in William E. Howe & Co.
The two Media, PA-based accounting firms struck a deal on Dec. 2, with the combined staff of BGA&F increasing to 70 employees.
Dec. 04, 2024
Two accounting firms in Media, PA, combined on Dec. 2: Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz (BGA&F) and William E. Howe & Co.
The office of William E. Howe & Co. will become a BGA&F location, operating under the Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz name until the lease expires in September 2025. At that time, the office will consolidate with BGA&F’s offices, according to a media release.
William E. Howe & Co.’s 13-member team will join BGA&F, increasing the combined staff to 70 employees.
Founded in 2017, BGA&F is a full-service accounting firm that provides a range of audit, accounting, tax, business planning, management consulting, and municipal services to organizations in such sectors as real estate, healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing. With offices in Media and Chadds Ford, PA, BGA&F serves clients across nearly all 50 states, including businesses, individuals, nonprofits, and government entities.
“The merger is a strategic step that enhances our ability to provide comprehensive accounting and advisory services to a broader client base,” William Gowie Jr., managing partner at BGA&F, said in a statement. “Together, we are well-positioned to deliver innovative solutions while maintaining the integrity and client-focused approach that have defined both firms.”
William E. Howe & Co. has served the Delaware County, PA, community for more than 100 years, known for its accounting, audit, tax planning and compliance, and advisory services.
“We are proud of the legacy we’ve built at William E. Howe & Co.,” said Herbert Berkowitz, managing partner at William E. Howe & Co. “This merger allows us to continue that tradition while offering our clients expanded capabilities and resources. We’re confident that our combined expertise and shared commitment to quality will drive even greater success for our clients.”