Business Details
49 Years
experience
Expert Accounting and Consulting Services
Meara Welch Browne PC has been delivering exceptional accounting and consulting services since 1977, rooted in a philosophy of making meaningful contributions to client success. Our team of certified professionals specializes in tax planning, auditing, litigation support, fraud investigations, and business valuations, serving clients across diverse industries. We prioritize continuous education, requiring 40+ hours of annual professional development, and tailor our approach to each client's unique needs rather than relying on generic audit programs.Our senior personnel actively oversee every engagement, ensuring accessibility and personalized service throughout the year. With expertise in complex tax matters, forensic analysis, and business consulting, we combine technical excellence with strategic insight to help clients navigate evolving financial landscapes.
Services
Taxes
Audits
Litigation
Business Valuation
Business Consulting
Fraud Investigation
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of specialized accounting and consulting experience
- Our team includes certified public accountants and forensic specialists
- We tailor audit procedures to each client's specific needs
- All professionals complete 40+ hours of continuing education annually
- Senior personnel directly oversee all client engagements
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Services
Tax Planning
Our tax professionals provide comprehensive planning and compliance services for corporations, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. We specialize in management compensation strategies, succession planning, and minimizing tax liabilities through proactive advisory services. With expertise in evolving tax regulations, we help clients leverage changes to optimize financial outcomes.
Audit Services
We offer full-spectrum audit and accounting services including financial statement reviews, control system evaluations, and fraud examinations. Our approach combines modern data analysis tools with customized procedures tailored to each client's unique business environment. Backed by AICPA membership, we maintain rigorous quality control standards across all audit engagements.
Litigation Support
Our firm provides expert witness testimony and forensic analysis in business valuation, economic damages, and fraud cases. With experience in over 100 legal actions, we employ advanced forensic software to analyze digital evidence and support complex litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions.
People
Julie A. Welch
CPA, CFP, PFS, AEP (Distinguished)
Julie Welch specializes in tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses. With over 25 years of experience, she focuses on estate planning, retirement strategies, and minimizing tax liabilities through customized solutions.
Steve W. Browne
CPA, ABV, CITP, CFF, CFE
Steve Browne leads forensic accounting and fraud investigation services. His expertise includes business valuations, economic damages analysis, and expert testimony in complex litigation cases across multiple states and industries.
Stephanie Drake
CPA, ABV, CFF
Stephanie Drake specializes in business valuation and financial consulting. She provides expert analysis for mergers, acquisitions, and litigation support, combining technical accounting skills with strategic business advisory services.
Preston Herman
CPA, ABV, CFE
Preston Herman focuses on forensic accounting and fraud examination. He has extensive experience in financial investigations, internal control assessments, and providing expert testimony in legal proceedings.
Cara Smith
CPA, CFP
Cara Smith provides tax and financial planning services for individuals and small businesses. Her expertise includes retirement planning, estate tax strategies, and comprehensive wealth management solutions.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide audits, reviews, compilations, forensic investigations, and customized accounting solutions for businesses and individuals.
Do you handle tax planning for high-net-worth individuals?
Yes, we specialize in tax planning for high-net-worth clients, including estate planning and complex tax strategies.
What industries do you serve?
We work with clients in manufacturing, real estate, financial services, professional services, and not-for-profit organizations.
How do you ensure audit quality?
We maintain AICPA membership standards, require 40+ hours of annual training, and customize audit procedures for each client.
Can you assist with business valuations?
Yes, we provide business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, tax purposes, and litigation support across multiple industries.
