The 25 best accounting firms to work for | Vault ranking 2027 

Accounting is a top career choice for many business school students, particularly those who are analytically minded and enjoy solving problems. For job seekers exploring the field, whether targeting the Big Four (EY, PwC, KPMG, and Deloitte) or smaller firms, there are strong opportunities across the industry.

Each year, careers platform Vault surveys thousands of accounting professionals to compile a ranking of the best accounting employers. So, what are the top accounting firms to work for as we look ahead to 2027?

Within the list, companies are ranked using a weighted formula that reflects overall prestige as well as important factors for accounting professionals including quality of life, culture, satisfaction, work-life balance, training, compensation, and career development.

Here are the top 25 accounting firms to work for, according to Vault’s ranking.

The 25 best accounting firms to work for

25. Schulman Lobel Advisors, LLC

Schulman Lobel provides accounting, consulting, business management, and tax services to individuals and businesses in the US and internationally. The firm has offices in New York, New Jersey, California, and India.

Schulman Lobel is also an independent member firm of IAPA International, a global alliance of more than 180 accounting and consulting firms across 70 countries.

24. Frazier & Deeter

Atlanta-based Frazier & Deeter is one of the 50 largest CPA (certified public accountant) and advisory firms in the US.

Its internship program offers students hands-on experience and the opportunity to learn alongside senior managers. Full-time staff receive structured and informal training and mentoring, while wellness benefits include health screenings and group fitness challenges.

23. Schneider Downs & Co., Inc.

Schneider Downs is the largest regional accounting firm in Pittsburgh and one of the 15 largest CPA firms in the Mid-Atlantic region.

The firm employs more than 580 professionals, including over 50 partners, and serves clients across a range of industries. This includes real estate, transportation and logistics, automotive, employee benefit plans, construction, energy and resources, manufacturing, health care, and nonprofits.

22. Schellman Compliance, LLC

Tampa-based Schellman is the largest CPA firm specializing in attestation and certification services.

The firm offers extensive mentoring and certification boot camps for new hires and places a strong emphasis on volunteering and inclusion. Schellman also maintains active affinity groups supporting women, LGBTQ+ professionals, and people of color.

Vault ranks Schellman top across three categories: best accounting firms for benefits, for Women, and for people of color.

21. Grassi

Grassi is among one of the 100 largest accounting firms in the US, with offices in New York, New Jersey, Florida, Boston, Massachusetts, Rome, and Italy.

Interns gain valuable hands-on experience working alongside senior managers, while full-time staff benefit from strong training, mentoring opportunities, and generous benefits packages. Grassi aims for inclusive culture and community involvement.

20. Cherry Bekaert Advisory, LLC

Rising in rank since last year's listing, Cherry Bekaert is a leading accounting and consulting firm with offices across the Southeast.

The firm provides business advisory and non-attest services in transaction advisory, risk and accounting advisory, digital solutions, cybersecurity, and tax.

It is recognized for having a collaborative culture, an open-door leadership approach, and extensive career development opportunities. The firm also receives strong feedback for its training and mentoring programs, along with its commitment to work-life balance.

19. KSM (Katz, Sapper & Miller)

KSM is the largest accounting firm in Indianapolis and one of the 50 largest accountancies in the US. It employs approximately 900 people and provides a full range of accounting, audit, tax, and business advisory services.

KSM ranks fifth for both benefits and for compensation. The firm works for clients of all sizes, from entrepreneurial startups to established middle market companies to even the NBA’s Indiana Pacers.

18. HCTV

Los Angeles-based HCVT is one of the 35 largest CPA firms in the US.

The firm has offices across California, Utah, and Arizona, and offers employees extensive training, mentorship opportunities, CPA licensure support, and tuition reimbursement for master’s degrees in taxation. While compiling this year’s ranking, one employee noted: “The firm offers flexibility in how and where work gets done, which helps support work-life balance.”

17. Keiter CPAs

New to the Vault ranking of the best accounting firms to work for, Keiter is based in Glen Allen, Virginia, and is one of the largest independent CPA firms in Central Virginia.

The firm employs more than 200 people and serves clients across sectors including healthcare, technology, construction, nonprofit, financial services, and private equity.

16. Cg, a Springline company

Cg Tax, Audit & Advisory (commonly known as “Cg”) is a community-oriented accounting and profitability consulting firm headquartered in New Jersey. The company provides consulting services in accounting and profitability to a wide range of individuals and companies. For its 2027 list, Vault has ranked Cg the best accounting firm for firm leadership and work-life balance.

One responder noted that they feel, “management cares about its employees. The office is closed Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day. The office is closed between Christmas and New Year’s. Unlimited PTO. Good benefits package. Hybrid work environment.”

15. CBIZ

CBIZ is another respected accounting, tax, and advisory firm in the US.

Interns receive meaningful responsibility and access to directors and partners, while full-time staff benefit from training conferences, development programs, and internal mobility opportunities. Employees also praise the firm’s commitment to inclusion and community service.

14. Calibre CPA Group

Moving up in this year’s list, Calibre CPA Group is one of the 20 largest public accounting firms in metropolitan Washington, DC.

The firm has offices in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC, and serves clients including nonprofits, labor unions, employee benefit plans, and corporations. The firm also provides students with a valuable internship program, giving interns hands-on client-engagement experience.

13. Whitley Penn

Whitley Penn is a leading audit, tax, and consulting firm with a strong presence in Texas.

The company encourages open communication and entrepreneurial thinking, while young professionals receive meaningful hands-on experience early in their careers. Managers maintain an open-door policy and the collaborative culture continues to receive positive feedback from employees.

12. Withum

Headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, Withum is an advisory, tax, and accounting firm offering services including auditing, tax, business valuation, insolvency, transaction advisory, and management consulting.

One of the 25 largest accounting firms in the US, Withum is recognized for its people-focused culture, strong training opportunities, and flexible working environment.

11. Aprio

Atlanta-based Aprio is one of the 20 largest CPA firms in the US and among the country’s fastest-growing firms.

The company employs more than 2,800 team members who collectively speak over 60 languages and work with clients in more than 50 countries. Employees benefit from extensive training, mentoring, early responsibility, and opportunities to move internally across different areas of the business.

10. Eide Bailly LLP

Eide Bailly is one of the 20 largest accounting firms in the US.

Interns gain hands-on experience, quality training, and exposure to senior staff and clients. Full-time professionals praise the firm’s mentoring, growth opportunities, flexible schedules, and strong benefits. Vault ranks Eide Bailly in the top 10 accounting firms for people of color, and for women.

9. RSM US LLP

RSM specializes in providing assurance, tax, and consulting services to middle-market businesses across the US.

The firm is known for giving interns and early-career professionals meaningful client exposure and hands-on experience.

Respondents to Vault’s survey say RSM encourages individuals to take ownership of their careers through strong mentoring and ongoing development opportunities.

8. PKF O'Connor Davies

PKF O’Connor Davies continues to earn strong reviews for its supportive culture and emphasis on career growth.

The firm provides interns with meaningful project work and opportunities to collaborate with senior professionals, while full-time employees benefit from training programs and mentorship support.

Survey respondents also highlight the company’s focus on teamwork and work-life balance. Vault recognizes PFK as the best accounting firm for formal training.

7. CohnReznick

CohnReznick is one of the 15 largest accounting firms in the US.

Employees receive support from career development coaches and have access to graduate program assistance, CPA materials, and continuing professional education courses. The company is also recognized for its support of LGBTQ+ professionals, individuals with disabilities, and military veterans.

6. Baker Tilly

Founded in 1931, Baker Tilly is one of the largest CPA firms in the US, with offices nationwide.

The firm has more than 8,300 team members and is the largest member firm of Baker Tilly International, the world’s 10th largest network.

Interns are treated like full-time staff and have direct access to senior leaders and managers. Employees benefit from formal training, on-the-job development, mentoring, and internal mobility opportunities.

5. BDO USA

BDO USA remains one of the largest accounting and advisory firms in the country, serving clients across a wide range of industries.

The firm employs more than 14,000 professionals nationwide and continues to expand its presence across the US market.

Employees value the company’s collaborative culture, flexible work options, and employee stock ownership model, which is one of the largest in the accounting sector.

One employee notes that their time off is flexible. “Each time an appointment pops up, I am able to flex my hours as long as I make them up within the same week. I love this aspect and find it very helpful when maintaining a work-life balance.”

4. Plante Moran

Plante Moran is one of the 15 largest accounting firms in the US.

For more than 20 years, the firm has appeared on Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For list. Interns benefit from networking opportunities, hands-on experience, and a dedicated buddy program, while full-time staff can rotate through different practice areas and receive career guidance from senior professionals.

Vault ranks Plante Moran first across various categories, including business outlook, client interaction, and compensation.

3. KPMG LLP

KPMG continues to rank among the leading Big Four accounting firms thanks to its stellar reputation and strong focus on career mobility and employee support.

With more than 35,000 employees in more than 90 offices across the US, professionals at the firm have opportunities to move between teams, locations, and practice areas while benefiting from extensive technical training and leadership development programs.

Employees also praise KPMG’s wellness initiatives and employee resource groups supporting women, LGBTQ+ professionals, and people of color.

2. EY

Another prestigious name within the Big Four in the accounting industry, EY continues to attract large numbers of graduates each year.

The firm provides employees with extensive professional development resources, including mentoring, leadership training, and opportunities to work with international clients across a variety of sectors.

Respondents also highlight EY’s inclusive culture, collaborative environment, and commitment to building diverse teams across all levels of the organization.

1. PwC

For this 2027 Vault list of the best accounting firms to work for, PwC once again takes the top spot.

Widely regarded as one of the most prestigious firms in the profession, PwC is known for its strong investment in employee growth through mentoring, coaching, structured training, and clearly defined promotion pathways.

The company has also expanded its focus on sustainability and ESG initiatives in recent years, including a long-term commitment to carbon neutrality by 2030. Employees frequently praise the firm’s flexibility, career development opportunities, and team-oriented culture.