Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Certified Public Accountants in Holyoke MA
Meyers Brothers Kalicka, PC has been a trusted accounting firm in Western Massachusetts since 1948. Our team of 53 experienced professionals provides comprehensive accounting, auditing, tax, and advisory services to businesses, non-profits, and individuals. We combine 77 years of local expertise with national network resources through our affiliation with CPAmerica. Our commitment to personalized service ensures clients receive tailored solutions aligned with their financial goals. We specialize in serving industries such as healthcare, construction, education, and hospitality. Our firm emphasizes proactive communication and innovative problem-solving to help clients navigate complex financial challenges.With a strong focus on community involvement, we support local initiatives and organizations through volunteer work and charitable donations. Our professionals hold advanced certifications including CPA, CVA, and ABV designations. We maintain the highest peer review ratings from the Massachusetts Society of CPAs. Our strategic approach combines technical excellence with a deep understanding of clients' operational needs to deliver value beyond traditional accounting services.
Services
Accounting Services
Tax Planning
Business Valuation
Audit Services
Management Advisory
Employee Benefit Audits
Succession Planning
Family Business Advisory
Nonprofit Accounting
Strategic Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- We offer 77 years of continuous service to Western Massachusetts businesses
- Our team includes 53 experienced accounting professionals with advanced certifications
- We maintain the highest peer review ratings from Massachusetts Society of CPAs
- Our CPAmerica affiliation provides access to national resources while remaining locally owned
- We combine technical expertise with personalized service for tailored solutions
What people say
Thoughtful sounding board
Seamless audit process
Helped through business challenges
Knowledgeable tax team
Willing to work with clients
Services
Accounting Services
We provide comprehensive accounting services including financial statement preparation, payroll processing, and bookkeeping solutions. Our team ensures accurate financial records that meet regulatory requirements while providing actionable business insights. Services are tailored to businesses of all sizes from sole proprietorships to multi-million dollar organizations.
Tax Planning
Our tax professionals develop proactive strategies to minimize tax liabilities while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. We offer year-round tax planning, entity selection, multi-state tax optimization, and specialized services for business transactions and estate planning.
Business Valuation
Certified valuation analysts perform detailed business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, succession planning, and legal matters. We use industry-standard methodologies to determine fair market value and provide expert testimony when required.
Audit Services
We conduct thorough financial audits and reviews following GAAP standards to ensure transparency and regulatory compliance. Our approach focuses on risk assessment, internal control evaluation, and providing practical recommendations to improve financial operations.
Management Advisory
Our advisory team provides strategic guidance on mergers and acquisitions, succession planning, operational efficiency, and financial forecasting. We work closely with clients to develop customized solutions that address specific business challenges and growth opportunities.
People
Howard L. Cheney
CPA, MST
With over 30 years of experience, Howard specializes in tax planning and business advisory services for closely held businesses. He focuses on developing strategic solutions for complex tax matters and business succession planning.
Kristina D. Houghton
CPA
Kristina leads our nonprofit accounting practice, providing specialized financial guidance to charitable organizations and educational institutions across Western Massachusetts.
Kristi A. Reale
CPA, CVA
As a certified valuation analyst, Kristi specializes in business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, and legal proceedings. She has extensive experience in financial forensics and litigation support.
David Kalicka
CPA
David provides strategic advisory services to manufacturing and distribution companies. He focuses on operational efficiency improvements and financial process optimization for mid-sized businesses.
John O'Brien
CPA, ABV
John specializes in business valuation and forensic accounting. He assists clients with complex financial disputes, business damage calculations, and valuation services for legal matters.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide complete accounting services including financial statements, payroll processing, tax planning, and business advisory tailored to small businesses in Western Massachusetts.
How can your firm help with business succession planning?
Our experts develop customized succession plans considering family dynamics, tax implications, and business continuity to ensure smooth ownership transitions.
Do you specialize in any particular industries?
We have deep expertise in healthcare, construction, non-profits, education, real estate, and hospitality industries with dedicated specialists in each sector.
What sets your audit services apart from other firms?
Our audit approach combines advanced technology with personalized service, focusing on risk assessment and practical solutions while maintaining regulatory compliance.
How do you support nonprofit organizations?
We offer specialized accounting, tax compliance, and grant reporting services for nonprofits, along with strategic guidance to help maximize their community impact.
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