Cherry Bekaert Acquires Jameson & Company CPAs to Strengthen Government Contracting Services

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Aug 06, 2025, 09:00 ET

RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cherry Bekaert (the Firm) is pleased to announce the acquisition of the business of Jameson & Company CPAs (Jameson), a preeminent firm specializing in providing outsourced accounting solutions to small federal government contractors and grantees. This strategic acquisition expands Cherry Bekaert's Government Contractor Consulting Services practice by leveraging Jameson's extensive experience in government contracts and grants compliance consulting.

The acquisition of Jameson & Company significantly enhances Cherry Bekaert's Government Contractor Consulting Services practice. With Jameson's experience in government contracts and grants compliance consulting, the Firm is positioned to offer unparalleled support to clients navigating the complexities of federal contracts and grants.

Jameson, headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts, continues Cherry Bekaert's growth in the northeast following its acquisition of Katz Nannis + Solomon, a Boston-based firm, in December 2024. The integration of Jameson's specialized capabilities in government contracts and grant funding aligns seamlessly with Cherry Bekaert's commitment to providing comprehensive and tailored solutions to its clients. The addition of Jameson also strengthens Cherry Bekaert's capabilities in outsourced accounting solutions to federal government contractors and grantees of all sizes.

Michelle Thompson, Chief Executive Officer of Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC, stated: "Jameson's deep commitment to client service aligns perfectly with our firm's values and strategic objectives. Together, we are well-positioned to provide unparalleled support to our clients navigating the complexities of federal contracts and grants. We value the relationships Jameson has built and are excited to now offer expanded solutions to clients."

Ed Jameson, Managing Partner of Jameson & Company CPAs, commented: "We are thrilled to join forces with Cherry Bekaert. Our shared commitment to excellence and client service makes this a natural fit. We will be able to offer our clients a small firm feel, backed by the benefits and resources of a large firm."

Cherry Bekaert brings over 25 years of experience in the government contracting industry, offering a deep understanding of compliance and operational efficiency. The combined team includes former contractor chief financial officers, controllers, auditors from the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), as well as contracts, grants and finance professionals, and operational and compliance advisors. Cherry Bekaert provides guidance in navigating complex regulatory areas such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Uniform Grant Guidance (UGG) compliance, Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). By leveraging these insights and best practices, the Firm supports organizations in fulfilling their regulatory obligations and enhancing their operational processes.

Allan D. Koltin, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group and an advisor on the acquisition, stated: "It is great to see Jameson & Company join Cherry Bekaert. This acquisition aligns two firms with shared values and a commitment to client service, enhancing their ability to deliver exceptional value for both government contracting and grants management sectors."

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax, and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in the U.S. and internationally. "Cherry Bekaert" is the brand name under which Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC, independently owned entities, provide professional services in an alternative practice structure in accordance with applicable professional standards. Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC is not a licensed CPA firm. Cherry Bekaert LLP is a licensed CPA firm that provides attest services, and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities provide business advisory and non-attest services spanning the areas of transaction advisory, risk and accounting advisory, digital solutions, cybersecurity, and tax. We exercise a deliberate curiosity to know our clients' industries and work collaboratively to create shared success. For more details, visit cbh.com/disclosure.

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