Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted CPA Services in Washington DC
CST Group CPAs PC has been a trusted certified public accounting firm serving the Washington DC metro area for over 50 years. Our team of experienced CPAs delivers comprehensive accounting, tax, and business advisory services tailored to diverse industries including government contracting, real estate, nonprofits, healthcare, and technology. We combine industry-specific expertise with a consultative approach to help clients optimize financial performance and achieve long-term goals. Our commitment to integrity, innovation, and personalized service has earned us recognition as one of the top CPA firms in the country. We maintain licenses in Virginia, Maryland, DC, and Florida while fostering a culture of continuous learning and diversity.Through subsidiaries like District Advisory, we provide outsourced accounting solutions and strategic guidance to businesses of all sizes. Our proven track record includes helping clients navigate complex tax regulations, mergers and acquisitions, forensic accounting challenges, and business succession planning. By prioritizing transparency and building lasting relationships rooted in trust, we ensure our clients receive actionable insights that drive measurable results. Our team's deep understanding of evolving financial landscapes enables us to deliver forward-thinking solutions that address both current needs and future opportunities.
Services
Accounting Services
Tax Planning
Business Advisory
Forensic Accounting
Mergers & Acquisitions
Employee Benefit Plans
Construction Accounting
Technology Sector Services
Nonprofit Compliance
International Tax Services
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in certified public accounting services
- Our team provides industry-specific expertise for government contractors and nonprofits
- We deliver personalized service with a consultative approach to financial solutions
- Recognized as top financial professionals by Northern Virginia Magazine
- We maintain licenses in Virginia, Maryland, DC, and Florida
What people say
Dedicated and responsive team
Extensive industry expertise
Improved financial performance
Personalized service approach
Proven track record
Services
Accounting Services
CST Group CPAs PC provides comprehensive accounting services including audit, review, and compilation engagements. Our experienced CPAs deliver accurate financial reporting, SOC1 audits, and special purpose financial statement audits while ensuring compliance with evolving accounting standards. We help businesses maintain transparent financial records that support strategic decision-making and meet regulatory requirements.
Tax Planning
Our tax services encompass federal and multi-state compliance, international tax planning, and estate tax strategies. We help clients minimize tax liabilities through proactive planning while ensuring adherence to complex tax regulations. Our team specializes in tax implications for mergers, acquisitions, and business transitions across various industries.
Business Advisory
CST Group CPAs PC offers tailored business advisory services including merger and acquisition support, succession planning, and internal controls evaluation. We help organizations optimize financial performance through entity structuring, business valuations, and compliance consulting specific to their industry requirements and growth objectives.
Forensic Accounting
Our forensic accounting team investigates financial irregularities, quantifies losses, and provides litigation support. We conduct fraud risk assessments, analyze transactions, and offer expert testimony while helping businesses strengthen internal controls to prevent future financial misconduct.
Mergers & Acquisitions
CST Group CPAs PC provides comprehensive M&A services including due diligence, valuation, and tax-efficient transaction structuring. We help clients navigate complex transactions through buy-side/sell-side analysis, purchase price allocations, and strategic succession planning while minimizing tax implications.
People
Joseph J. Romagnoli
Managing Partner
Joseph J. Romagnoli leads CST Group CPAs PC as Managing Partner, overseeing strategic direction and client service excellence. With decades of accounting experience, he ensures the firm maintains its commitment to personalized service and industry-specific expertise while driving growth and innovation.
Kendall R. Coleman, Jr.
Partner
Kendall R. Coleman, Jr. serves as Partner at CST Group CPAs PC, specializing in accounting and advisory services for government contractors. He brings extensive experience in compliance, internal controls, and financial reporting while maintaining the firm's standards of excellence and client-focused solutions.
Hollis R. Davis
Partner
Hollis R. Davis contributes specialized expertise in tax and business advisory services as a Partner at CST Group CPAs PC. With deep knowledge of tax regulations and business operations, he helps clients develop strategic solutions that align with their financial goals and compliance requirements.
Melissa Flieg
Partner
Melissa Flieg provides leadership in accounting and advisory services as a Partner. Her focus on client success includes delivering tailored financial solutions and maintaining CST Group CPAs PC's commitment to excellence through proactive guidance and industry-specific expertise.
Blaine Hegner
Partner
Blaine Hegner serves as Partner at CST Group CPAs PC, specializing in audit and assurance services. He ensures clients receive accurate financial reporting and compliance guidance while upholding the firm's values of integrity and professional excellence in every engagement.
Questions
What industries does CST Group specialize in?
CST Group specializes in serving government contractors, real estate, nonprofits, healthcare, entrepreneurial businesses, professional services, construction, and technology sectors with tailored accounting solutions.
How long has CST Group been in business?
CST Group has provided accounting and advisory services to the Washington DC metro area for over 50 years, maintaining licenses in Virginia, Maryland, DC, and Florida.
What differentiates CST Group from other accounting firms?
CST Group combines industry-specific expertise with personalized service, maintaining a consultative approach and commitment to client success through proactive financial guidance and tailored solutions.
What professional certifications do CST Group staff hold?
CST Group's team includes certified public accountants (CPAs) with specialized industry expertise and professional certifications that ensure high-quality service delivery across all practice areas.
How does CST Group handle complex tax situations?
Our tax professionals specialize in federal and multi-state compliance, international tax planning, and complex transaction structuring to help clients minimize liabilities while maintaining regulatory compliance.
What advisory services does CST Group offer?
CST Group provides business advisory services including mergers and acquisitions support, succession planning, internal controls evaluation, entity structuring, and industry-specific compliance consulting.
