Howard L. Cheney

Howard L. Cheney, CPA, MST

Howard L. Cheney, CPA, MST

PARTNER, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

 DIRECTOR OF FIRM'S AUDITING AND ACCOUNTING DIVISION

Howard has been practicing public accounting since 1987. In addition to his expertise in audit, assurance, tax and succession planning; Howard also plays a significant role in talent development and succession planning. As the Partner responsible for recruitment, he diligently maintains a robust pipeline from internships to partnership levels and plays a key role in retention efforts. His approach to work combines a robust work ethic, extensive managerial experience in the firm's largest division, and a keen interest in client businesses. A good listener with an unerringly calm demeanor, Howard makes clients’ concerns his own and works in partnership with them to address issues that are broader than simple debits and credits.

Service Areas


✓ Employee Benefit Plan Audit

✓ Management Advisory

✓ Recruiting

✓ Taxation

✓ Family & Independent Businesses

✓ Assurance

Industry Concentrations

Construction

Not-for-Profit

Real Estate

Professional Services

Hospitality

Manufacturing

Wholesale & Distribution

Transportation

"I’m always thinking about how I can help my clients. It just isn’t enough to think about them when the phone rings."

Howard L. Cheney | Partner

Certifications & Memberships


CPA, licensed in Massachusetts and Connecticut

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Member

Peer Review Acceptance Board, Past Member 

Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants, Member

Former Board of Directors, Member

Former Western Mass. Committee, Chair

Education

B.S. in Business Administration, Accounting, Magna Cum Laude, Western New England University

M.S. in Taxation, University of Hartford

Community Involvement

YMCA of Greater Westfield, President

Volleyball Hall of Fame, Honorary Board Member & Past Treasurer

Greater Holyoke Chamber of Commerce, Member

YMCA of Greater Westfield, Former Treasurer

Awards & Recognition

  • William Morgan Award, International Volleyball Hall of Fame
  • Thought Leader Award, MBK

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