Top 50 accounting firm Hill, Barth & King (HBK) has acquired Acuity Human Resources, a Cranberry Township, PA-based provider of human resources consulting services.
Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed.
Founded in 2005, Acuity specializes in guiding and supporting strategic business, organizational, and HR functions by creating customized, client-focused solutions that align with each organization’s goals, culture, and needs. The business is led by president Robert Floreak, MSIR.
“Acuity is a perfect complement to our existing capabilities,” Thomas Angelo, CEO and managing principal of Canfield, OH-based HBK, said in a statement. “Their expertise broadens the scope of services we provide, enabling us to better serve our clients. Beyond their professional credentials, Robert Floreak and his team are a cultural match for our firm and embody our brand values.”
Jeremy Hartzell, chief operating officer of HBK, is credited for being the driving force behind the deal with Acuity.
“HR is inherently complex because its primary focus is people and, now more than ever, processes and technologies,” he said. “Over the past decade, we’ve seen the HR function become more strategic and data-driven. A high-performing HR function is essential to addressing modern workforce challenges. Companies are navigating remote work, work-life balance, flexible scheduling, and employee well-being as part of a broader, employee-centric approach. This acquisition enables us to offer a vital, high-quality service that aligns with the evolving needs of today’s mid-market business owner-operators.
“This strategic expansion reaffirms HBK’s commitment to providing comprehensive solutions that help organizations thrive,” Hartzell added. “The addition of Acuity Human Resources adds to our powerful combination of expertise and innovation that is helping clients navigate the complexities of modern business.”
Floreak, who joins HBK as a principal, believes HR is a significant cornerstone of successful business operations.
“Every company, regardless of size, deserves access to world-class HR expertise. Having worked in cross-functional roles at Fortune 500 organizations, I’ve seen firsthand how exceptional HR practices drive productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness, ultimately helping organizations achieve both financial and non-financial objectives,” he said. “Running a business is challenging. It’s not just about managing operations but linking organizational design with strategic objectives. Human resources is often underestimated as a business function, but the world’s most successful companies understand that HR is critical to profitability and growth. Leveraging the power of people is key to long-term success.”
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