Robert L. Berger, CPA/CGMA

Professional Profile

A partner in Tax, Rob was selected as one of only 36 young CPAs from across the country to participate in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Leadership Academy class of 2012, and was named a 2017 40 Under 40 by the St. Louis Business Journal. At the firm, Rob works with closely held business owners on individual and corporate tax consulting and retirement planning. As Director of the Real Estate and Construction Group, Rob has been integral in developing our industry expertise, marketing plan and growth strategy.  Rob consults with clients, providing guidance on cost segregation analyses, like-kind exchanges and QuickBooks® implementation.

Education & Certifications

• Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), State of Missouri
• B.A., Accounting, McKendree University, Lebanon, IL

Professional Organizations

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • AICPA Leadership Academy (2012)
  • AICPA Gen Next Task Force
  • Judge, AICPA Maximo Mukelabai Awards
• Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants (MOCPA)
• Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA)
  • Treasurer of the Board
  • Golf Tournament Chair (2014)
• The Rainmaker Academy

Community Leadership

• McKendree University
  • Advisory Board Member
• St. John’s Community Care Adult Day Program
  • Board Member
• Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis
  • Board Member (2017-Present)
• MOCPA Firm Leadership Committee
  • Member (2012-Present)
• Wyman Center
  • Young Leaders Board and Liaison to Board of Directors (2012-2016)
• St. John UCC
  • President (2013-2014)
  • Vice President and Head Trustee (2010-2012)
• Collinsville Home and Community Care Center
  • Board Member (2009-2011)

Awards

• 2017 40 Under 40, St. Louis Business Journal
• Chosen for AICPA’s 2012 Leadership Academy