Sullivan & Company Merges Into BlumShapiro: BlumShapiro now ranks among Top 50 accounting firms in the nation

PROVIDENCE, RI – Tuesday, January 8, 2013 - Sullivan & Company, located in Providence and one of the largest and best-known accounting names in Rhode Island has merged into BlumShapiro, the largest regional accounting, tax and business consulting firm based in New England, greatly expanding and strengthening its position as the leading regional firm. This merger became official on January 1, 2013 and makes BlumShapiro one of the Top 50 accounting firms in the nation, with 340 employees throughout New England.  Read More »
Certified Public Accountants and Business Advisors

Michael Pendergast, CPA, MST, ABV
Principal

Michael Pendergast leads the firm’s business valuation and litigation support department, providing expert business valuations and in-person testimony in cases such as divorce, shareholder disputes and business acquisitions. In fact, Mike was in the first class in the state to be certified with the distinction of Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV), a credential conferred by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants on CPAs who demonstrate the skill, education and experience necessary to satisfy stringent requirements.

As part of his tax practice Mike reviews tax compliance work, performs multifaceted tax research and, when needed, represents clients before the Internal Revenue Service. He is recognized for being level-headed in contentious situations and dedicated to creating mutual harmony and respect.

A graduate of Bryant University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and a Master’s degree in Taxation, Mike is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and its sections on Tax and Management Consulting.  E-mail Mike at mpendergast@SullivanCPA.com.