DeFalco and Co., a New Jersey accounting firm, was recently acquired by Apiro, the latter announced Thursday.
As of Aug.1, the firm officially joined Aprio, adding managing partner Philip DeFalco along with Nick Visaggio and Walter Fitzsimmons, who joined as partners, as well as a team of 11 professionals.
With locations in Scotch Plains and Hoboken, the DeFalco offers several services including tax planning and preparation, business accounting and advisory, estate and trust consulting, and litigation support.
Apiro, based in Atlanta, is continuing to grow its presence within the New York Metropolitan area. Aprio’s strategic focus is aimed at serving the area’s dynamic middle-market businesses, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals with expanded advisory, tax, accounting, and audit solutions.
With existing teams in the Tri-State area, the addition of DeFalco & Co brings Aprio’s presence in the region to three offices and more than 150 professionals.
Phil DeFalco, now with Apiro explained how the move creates better opportunities.
“Joining forces allows us to bring even greater resources and capabilities to our clients, while continuing to provide the personalized service they expect,” he said.
Aprio has now made moves in several major markets, with expansions in Boston, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Austin, Denver and California. These expansions are part of Aprio’s growth strategy aimed at deepening its capabilities in key business hubs, enabling teams to stay closely connected to clients’ changing needs, delivering tailored guidance, and solutions that support ongoing success.
Aprio CEO Richard Kopelman explained the expected growth in the Northeast.
“By bringing DeFalco & Co into Aprio, we are enhancing our capabilities and deepening our presence in the region,” he said.
“Together, we’re building on our momentum and positioning Aprio to set the standard for service and growth in the Northeast over the next three years.”
