Our History
Virchow, Krause & Company, LLP is a certified public accounting and consulting firm. The firm originated in 1931 with a commitment to deliver innovative financial solutions and solid business strategies to our clients. The present partnership was organized in 1953 and has grown significantly over the years; today Virchow Krause ranks as the 15th largest CPA and Consulting firm in the nation.
Our Mission
The mission of the team of professionals chosen for your engagement is to act as your most valued advisor, providing you with advice and guidance on all aspects of your operations.
Industry Specialization
Virchow Krause has over 1,100 in total staff. We serve thousands of clients nationwide from 13 offices throughout Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Our professional teams are aligned by specialty:
- Energy & Utilities
- Construction & Real Estate
- Dealerships
- Financial Services
- Financial Institutions
- Health Care
- State & Local Government
- Higher Education
- Manufacturing & Distribution
- Not-for-Profit
- Public Sector Software Solutions (Civic Systems)
- Litigation Support
Our size and geographic concentration allow us to realign teams very quickly if client needs require. In that sense, Virchow Krause offers a "boundless team" solution, drawing on the best and brightest employees for each unique client situation.
Municipal Focus
Virchow Krause has a long-standing tradition and solid reputation for providing high quality auditing, accounting and consulting services to governmental entities, large and small. Because the financial needs of municipalities are unique, we maintain a separate practice group devoted entirely to serving these clients. Our solutions are tailored specifically to the needs of each municipal profit client, and we take pride in the personal service we provide. Our strong record of client retention proves our commitment to providing excellent financial and consulting services to non-profit clients. Virchow Krause currently serves over 600 municipalities and utilities nationwide.
Broad Array of Business Services
Our energy and utility clients are varied and complex, and most have needs which change over the years. We are very proud to say that our clients need to consult only one firm, Virchow Krause, for most of their business needs. In addition to providing audit and accounting expertise, Virchow Krause assists its governmental clients with:
- Financial Reviews and Compilations
- Tax Consulting and Compliance
- Business Reviews
- Dispute Resolution
- Employee Benefits
- Financial & Estate Planning
- Human Resources Consulting
- Insurance Brokerage
- International Services
- IT Strategy & Solutions
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Operations and Process Improvement
- Recruiting & Contract Staffing
- Retirement Plan Consulting
- Risk Management
- Sarbanes-Oxley
- Small Business Consulting
- Strategic Planning
- Valuation Services
- Wealth Management
International Capabilities
Virchow Krause is an independent member of Baker Tilly International and is the largest U.S. Baker Tilly member firm. As the world's 8th largest accounting and business services networks, the organization is currently represented by over 125 independent member firms in more than 85 countries.
Associated Companies
CFS Virchow Krause, LLC
Civic Systems, LLC
Virchow Krause Capital, LLC
Virchow Krause Employee Benefits, LLC
Virchow Krause Wealth Management, LLC
Firm Headquarters
Ten Terrace Court PO Box 7398
Madison, WI 53707-7398
Phone: 800.362.7301 |
