Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accounting and Business Consulting Services in Pittsburgh
Crawford Ellenbogen has been delivering comprehensive accounting, tax, and business consulting services since 1941. Our firm specializes in providing tailored solutions for closely-held businesses, non-profits, families, and individuals, combining over eight decades of experience with a personalized approach. We prioritize understanding our clients' unique needs to offer strategic financial guidance, tax compliance, and advisory services that foster growth and security.Our international network through INAA Group enables us to serve clients globally while maintaining a local, relationship-driven focus. Recognized for excellence through numerous industry awards, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and ethical practice. Our team of certified experts is dedicated to simplifying financial complexity, empowering clients with clarity, and building long-term trust through transparent, client-centric service.
Services
Tax Planning & Compliance
Accounting & Bookkeeping
Management Consulting
CFO on Demand
Forensic Accounting
Business Advisory
Details
- Year established: 1941
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years of experience in accounting and business consulting.
- Our customized CFO on Demand services address complex financial challenges.
- We maintain international connections through INAA Group for global client support.
- Our team includes Certified Fraud Examiners and tax planning specialists.
- We prioritize client education to enhance financial decision-making.
What people say
Valued client
Dependable
Knowledgeable staff
Creative insights
Aggressive industry approach
Services
Tax Planning & Compliance
Our tax planning and compliance services address evolving regulations for businesses, individuals, and non-profits. We combine 79 years of experience with personalized strategies to ensure compliance while identifying opportunities for financial growth. Our team specializes in navigating complex tax scenarios, including audits and international tax matters.
Accounting & Bookkeeping
We optimize accounting and bookkeeping processes to enhance financial clarity. Services include audits, financial statement preparation, system clean-up, and customized training. Our focus is on establishing accurate foundations for decision-making, ensuring compliance with debt covenants, and improving organizational financial health.
CFO on Demand
This service provides tailored financial leadership for businesses without a full-time CFO. We address internal controls, budgeting, and data-driven strategy through collaborative problem-solving. Unlike fractional models, our approach focuses on resolving high-impact challenges while empowering clients to manage day-to-day operations effectively.
Forensic Accounting
Our forensic accounting services uncover financial discrepancies through fraud examinations and litigation support. We reconstruct transactions, identify hidden assets, and implement preventive controls. This service combines investigative expertise with legal compliance to protect organizational assets and enhance financial transparency.
Business Advisory
We offer comprehensive advisory services covering entity selection, succession planning, and merger preparation. Our consultants provide tailored guidance on retirement plans, benefit administration, and operational efficiency. The service emphasizes long-term strategic alignment with clients' financial and organizational goals.
People
Joan Ellenbogen
Managing Partner
Third-generation owner with expertise in closely-held business consulting. Leads strategic initiatives and client relationships with a focus on personalized financial solutions.
Victor D. Dozzi
Partner & COO
Certified fraud examiner specializing in tax compliance and accounting systems. Provides strategic guidance to businesses, non-profits, and individuals on financial risk management.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping optimization, financial statement preparation, tax compliance, and CFO advisory services tailored to small business needs.
How do you handle international tax compliance?
Our INAA Group membership enables cross-border collaboration to address international tax regulations and compliance requirements for global clients.
Can you assist with forensic accounting investigations?
Yes, our team conducts fraud examinations, transaction reconstructions, and litigation support with expert witness testimony capabilities.
What makes your CFO on Demand service unique?
We focus on solving strategic challenges rather than providing staff, designing customized solutions for cash flow management and internal controls.
Do you work with non-profit organizations?
Yes, we offer specialized tax compliance, grant reporting, and financial strategy services for non-profits and public authorities.
