About Our Chicago CPA and Advisory Firm
We’re KSM, a leading employee-owned accounting and advisory firm located in Chicago providing our clients with the inspiration, insight, and technical expertise they need to achieve great things.
Our Chicago office was established with the addition of MichaelSilver, a firm with over 80 years of history providing outstanding service across various industries. KSM’s office is located at 9 Parkway North in the northern suburb of Deerfield, IL.
Through our advisory, tax, and audit services, we help privately held, family-owned, and PE-backed businesses across multiple industries navigate every stage of their lifecycle – from start-up through growth and expansion to exit. We also serve private equity firms, family offices, governmental entities, not-for-profit organizations, and high-net-worth individuals with the same level of expertise and care.
Services We Offer
Our Chicago services include:
- Accounting Advisory
- Charitable Foundation Services
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Government Consulting
- Healthcare Consulting
- Insurance Regulatory Consulting
- Intelligent Technology Services
- Investment Banking
- IT Risk Advisory Services
- Outsourced Finance & Accounting
- Restructuring & Bankruptcy
- Site Selection & Incentives
- Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Consulting
- Transaction Advisory
- Transportation Consulting
- Valuation
- Veterinary Consulting
KSM helps international businesses navigate the complexities and costs of entering the U.S. market, including Chicagoland. We’ve worked with clients based in over 35 countries, delivering accounting and audit, tax, and business advisory services tailored to their unique needs.
Industries We Serve
We deliver industry-specific tax, audit, and advisory services backed by deep sector experience. Explore how KSM supports your industry:
We help contractors and developers manage risk, improve margins, and navigate complex projects. Explore solutions for contractors.
We help dealerships navigate margin pressure, inventory complexity, and evolving regulations while improving financial performance. Explore dealership services.
We help healthcare organizations address reimbursement, regulation, and performance challenges. Explore healthcare solutions.
We support manufacturers and distributors with supply chain optimization, cost control, and strategic planning to stay competitive. Explore manufacturing and distribution solutions.
We work with private equity firms and portfolio companies to drive value creation across the investment lifecycle. Explore private equity services.
With deep experience in real estate, we help owners, developers, and investors manage risk and uncover opportunities for growth. Explore real estate services.
We help transportation and logistics companies navigate regulatory challenges, manage costs, and improve operational performance. Explore transportation services.
Our Accolades & Honors
We’re honored to be recognized for the strength of our firm, our culture, and the impact we create together. These accolades celebrate who we are and affirm our commitment to excellence for our clients, colleagues, and communities.
Connect With the Chicago Team at KSM
There are many ways to reach us. Feel free to complete our contact form, send us an email, or call our Chicago main phone line at 847.982.0333. Interested in joining the KSM team? Explore our open positions.
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