Over the course of more than three decades, the Kirsch CPA Group has been providing the owners of small and mid-size, privately-held businesses across Cincinnati and southwest Ohio, southeast Indiana and northern Kentucky with a unique, holistic and forward-looking approach to accounting and financial advisory services.

Founded in 1991 by John Kirsch, the firm grew from a one-CPA operation to one of the largest firms in its market and an organization consistently ranked among the best firms in the region, as well as one of the best places to work.

The firm’s focus on helping growth-minded entrepreneurial clients achieve their goals includes an unwavering dedication to providing comprehensive, customized and results-oriented services with a personalized touch.

In 2024, the firm took the step of becoming an employee-owned business as part of a long-contemplated succession plan designed to protect the firm’s unique culture and reward the loyalty and hard work of a talented team. As an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), the Kirsch CPA Group team looks forward to the next phase of the firm’s dynamic history in serving the needs of its hard-working clients.

Here’s a look back at the history that brought us here.

1991
John Kirsch founds Kirsch CPA Group LLC in October in Oxford, Ohio
Kirsch Beech Street Office
1993
Satellite office opens in Fairfield, Ohio
Kirsch Fairfield Office
1998
Pete Abner joins Kirsch as an intern
2008
Satellite office opens in West Chester, Ohio
2010
Janis Bergeron becomes the firm’s first remote employee
2012
Pete Abner named a partner
Pete Abner Celebration
2014
Kirsch named one of Inside Public Accounting’s “Best of the Best Firms”
2015
Kirsch named one of Inside Public Accounting’s “Fastest Growing Firms”
IPA Fastest Growing Firm
2015
Kirsch named a finalist on Cincinnati Business Courier’s “Best Places to Work” list
2015
Kirsch team grows to 20 employees
2018
Kirsch moves Fairfield headquarters to Hamilton, Ohio
Kirsch Hamilton Office
2019
John Kirsch receives Small-Business Person of the Year Award from the Greater Hamilton Chamber of Commerce
Greater Hamilton Award
2020
Kirsch team grows to 30 employees
2021
Kirsch named to the list of Top 500 Firms in the U.S. by Inside Public Accounting
2022
Kirsch team grows to 40 employees
Kirsch team grows to 40 employees
2022
Kirsch named winner of Cincinnati Business Courier’s “Best Places to Work” list
Best Places to Work Badge
2022
John Kirsch inducted into the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame for Greater Butler and Warren Counties in recognition of business success and longstanding community commitment
2024
Kirsch becomes an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I manage cash flow better?

Good cash flow management and forecasting are essential for maintaining the financial health of your business. Having a rolling 12-month forecast of revenues and expenses helps you proactively avoid shortfalls and capitalize on opportunities. Learn more >

How can my business benefit from outsourced CFO services?

Outsourced CFO services, also known as fractional or virtual CFO services, let small and mid-size businesses leverage the deep financial expertise and strategic insights needed to accelerate growth and profitability for a fraction of the cost of hiring a full-time CFO. Key offerings include profitability analysis, cash flow forecasting, KPI benchmarking, and budgeting. Learn more >

How can I ensure that I don’t pay more taxes than necessary?

Effective tax planning involves leveraging all available tax credits, avoiding unpleasant surprises, keeping up with changes in the law, and ensuring you pay only your fair share. Learn more >

How can a CPA firm increase the profitability and value of my business?

When you partner with an accounting firm that offers advisory services, you will have the clear financial visibility needed to confidently make big decisions and drive profitable growth for your business. Learn more >

What should I look for in an outsourced accounting firm?

Growing a business requires more than tax preparation and basic accounting services. You need a holistic and forward-looking approach to your financial health. For best results, look for a partner who employs a proven process and a diverse range of services tailored to optimize cash flow, increase profitability, and maximize the value of your business. Learn more >