Pictured from the left are Tom Hoberman, Rebecca Machinga, Paul Gergel and Bill Sansone.
Although WS+B devotes a full division to the construction practice, other industries are not overlooked. Paul Gergel, CPA, CFP®, Partner, is the practice leader of the firm’s Professional Services Group, where he specializes in serving architects and engineers. Bill Sansone, CPA, Partner, is also a member of the Professional Services Group and is team leader of law firm services. In fact, WS+B services five of the top 20 law firms in New Jersey. Rebecca Machinga, CPA, Partner, is the practice leader of the firm’s Real Estate Services Group. Tom Hoberman, CPA, ABV, CFF, Partner, is the director of Litigation/Valuation/Forensic Accounting Services at WS+B. All of these niche areas offer a multitude of industryspecific services and have experienced staff dedicated to serving this growing client base. With 13 office locations in six states, WS+B brings clients the benefits of a larger organization without sacrificing the attention and personal service of a local business. The firm has offices in Red Bank, Morristown, New Brunswick, Paramus, Princeton, Toms River, NJ; Philadelphia, Newtown, PA; Orlando, Palm Beach, FL; New York, NY; Aspen, CO; and Silver Spring, MD. It should come as no surprise that in 2014 the firm was named among the best places to work in the State of New Jersey for the tenth consecutive year. In 2013, WithumSmith+Brown was ranked as the 31st largest
Employees assisted in the clean-up and rebuilding efforts for homes devastated by Hurricane Sandy.
Utility and Transportation Contractor, APRIL 2014
accounting firm in the nation by Inside Public Accounting and ranked in the Top 10 of accounting firms in the Northeast. WS+B’s continual growth is one indicator of success. Another is recognition from within the profession and the business community. The Construction Services Team is active in many industry organizations that are focused on educating, improving and protecting the construction community. The firm has even assisted various trade organizations with sponsorships to promote their growth. WS+B is an active member of a number of associations including the Utility & Transportation Contractors Association (UTCA), the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the New Jersey Builders Association (NJBA), the Shore Builders Association of Central New Jersey (SBACNJ), the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA), the Associated Construction Contractors of New Jersey (ACCNJ), the NJ Alliance for Action and the Monmouth-Ocean Development Council (MODC). Through these organizations, WS+B maintains a constant understanding and respect for the guiding principles that shape the construction industry.
WithumSmith+Brown employees volunteer at a local food bank.
WithumSmith+Brown is also widely known for its charitable and philanthropic work. Giving back and fulfilling its social responsibility has been woven into the moral fabric of the firm for 40 years and is an essential part of WS+B’s unique culture. The firm’s 80 partners donate their time and talents, serving on 160 different boards and committees of charitable organizations. In 2011 the firm established its annual “Withum Week of Caring” encouraging employees to donate a small portion of their time to their communities, in lieu of working in the office. Taking place the three days leading up to Thanksgiving, staff members volunteer a minimum of four hours during these days to help various charities and nonprofit organizations in need of assistance during the holiday season. WS+B has volunteered at numerous organizations including children’s hospitals, social service organizations, animal shelters and soup kitchens. Following the devastation of Superstorm Sandy, the firm established the WS+B Staff Hardship Relief Fund. The purpose of this fund is to financially assist the staff and their families who are experiencing a temporary hardship due to a significant life event, such as losing a home in a natural disaster or incurring financial burdens due to the illness of a family member. Since its inception in November of 2012, partners and staff members have donated more than $150,000 to the cause, with every donation matched dollarfor-dollar by the firm. The term “leading by example” is clearly evident by these numerous programs and generosity. WS+B has demonstrated a sustained commitment to clients, employees and communities served for 40 years, and the root of the firm’s success stems from the strength of these relationships. 41