hfco | Independent Advisory & Accounting Firm

Solutions through Listening

Guided by Innovation, Care & Clarity

From your first conversation through the milestones that follow, we go beyond compliance to deliver holistic, forward-thinking guidance that helps you navigate complexity, preserve your legacy, and grow with confidence for generations to come.

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Client Stories

Real stories from businesses we've helped grow and thrive

Delivering Major Tax Savings for a Manufacturer

See how we helped a family-owned manufacturer recover nearly $1M in federal R&D credits and reduce taxable income by millions after identifying critical filing errors left behind by a prior firm. A fresh set of expert eyes changed everything.

Maximizing Ownership Value for a Growing Contractor

See how we helped a minority partner uncover the true value of his ownership stake before accepting a buyout offer that significantly undervalued his position. Our discovery-led approach helped him negotiate an outcome more than double the original offer.

Turning Crisis into Confidence for a Home Healthcare Provider

See how we helped a home healthcare agency navigate a DOL audit, complete two full audits in under two weeks, and reduce their penalty over $100K. When the stakes were highest, our team delivered with precision and purpose.

Working at hfco

Join a team where collaboration, growth, and purpose come together to make meaningful impact every day.

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I have built impactful relationships while at hfco, with clients, referral partners, and team members. My clients see me as a trusted advisor, not just an auditor or an accountant. It is also satisfying to be looked up to as a leader in the firm, as a woman and a mother with a strong work/life balance. I see myself as a role model for other women who want to achieve the same goals. My work feels most meaningful when I am making an impact on others.

Erica Peterson

CPA, Partner

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What satisfies me most in my role at hfco is the opportunity to make a real, practical impact for clients while working with a team that values quality, accountability, and collaboration.

Brian Maloney

CPA, A&A Manager

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What I find most rewarding is knowing our work can make a real difference in clients' financial lives. Taxes can be stressful so I value helping clients feel confident that everything is handled properly. Overtime, those relationships go beyond transactions. Building long-term trust and getting to know clients—their families, businesses, and goals—is what makes the work especially meaningful.

Tyler D. Hamblin

CPA, Tax Manager

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do clients choose to work with hfco?

As an independent firm focused on privately held organizations, nonprofits, and family-owned businesses, we stay agile, accessible, and fully aligned with your needs. Our size is intentional. It means you work with a consistent team that knows your business deeply, and you can reach your advisor when it matters.

Relationships are at the center of everything we do. We work closely with each client in a true 1:1 partnership, taking the time to understand your business and what you’re trying to achieve.

Beyond accounting and tax, our team brings expertise across business advisory, valuation, exit planning, technology strategy, and more. Whatever stage you’re in, we bring the right perspective to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

What types of businesses or industries do you typically work with?

We partner with privately held organizations, nonprofits, and family-owned businesses nationally including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Delaware, Maryland, and North Carolina. Our team is experienced across industries including construction, manufacturing & distribution, transportation, technology, charter schools, nonprofit, real estate, and engineering & architecture.

How is hfco different from traditional accounting firms?

At hfco, we combine traditional accounting expertise with forward-thinking advisory services such as AI innovation, business strategy, succession and exit planning, and leadership development. We forge deep relationships with our clients to serve as a trusted partner keeping your goals front and center.

Can hfco help prepare the next generation of leadership in a family business?

Yes. Preparing the next generation is one of the most common and impactful forms of leadership development we do. We work alongside families and leadership teams to clarify roles, build capability, and create the transition plan that keeps the business and the family moving forward together.

Do you support businesses with technology, automation or AI initiatives?

Yes. The businesses we work with are navigating how to integrate platforms, evaluating which AI tools to use and exploring what investments to make. We stay current on what is emerging across industries and bring those perspectives to our clients proactively, so they can make informed decisions.

How do I get started working with your team?

We start with a conversation. We want to understand your business, your goals, and where you feel most uncertain before we talk about services. From there, we will introduce you to the team members best suited to your needs.