Ryan Achterberg rejoins KSM to lead AI and automation consulting practice. October 20, 2026 Summary: KSM is pleased to announce Ryan Achterberg has returned to the firm as senior vice president of AI and automation in its Intelligent Technology Services Group. INDIANAPOLIS - KSM (Katz, Sapper & Miller), a leading employee-owned accounting and advisory firm, is pleased to announce Ryan Achterberg has returned to the firm as senior vice president of AI and automation in its Intelligent Technology Services Group. In this role, Achterberg will lead KSM's AI and automation consulting practice, helping small and middle-market organizations identify high-value opportunities to leverage artificial intelligence, modernize business processes, and implement trusted governance frameworks. He will work with clients to transform manual processes into intelligent workflows that deliver measurable business value while establishing AI as a long-term organizational capability. "Ryan's return to KSM marks an exciting milestone as we continue expanding our AI and automation capabilities," said David Eckel, managing director of KSM's Intelligent Technology Services Group. "Organizations across every industry are looking for practical ways to harness AI, and Ryan brings the strategic vision and technical expertise to help our clients confidently adopt these technologies in ways that create lasting business value." Prior to returning to KSM, Achterberg worked for a nationally recognized technology, data, and AI consulting firm. Most recently serving as chief technology officer, he led initiatives spanning AI solutions, cloud and data modernization, enterprise architecture, managed IT services, and technology assessments for public sector organizations, private businesses, and highly regulated industries. "I've had the unique opportunity to be part of KSM's technology story from the very beginning and I'm excited to return at a time when AI is creating tremendous opportunities for businesses," said Achterberg. "Our focus is on helping organizations move beyond the hype and implement AI and automation in practical, responsible ways that solve real business challenges and deliver outcomes that matter." Achterberg earned a Bachelor of Science degree in computer information systems from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University Bloomington.

KSM moves up eight spots on Construction Executive's Top 50 Construction Accounting Firms list. October 15, 2026 Summary: KSM has climbed eight spots on Construction Executive's Top 50 Construction Accounting Firms 2026 list, reflecting the firm's continued commitment to serving the construction industry. INDIANAPOLIS - KSM (Katz, Sapper & Miller), a leading employee-owned accounting and advisory firm, has been named one of the nation's top construction accounting firms by Construction Executive magazine. KSM earned the No. 34 spot on the publication's 2026 list Top 50 Construction Accounting Firms(TM) list, moving up eight positions from No. 42 in 2025. "We're thrilled to see our continued growth recognized in this year's ranking," said Andrew Goodman, partner and leader of KSM's construction practice. "As our client base grows, our focus remains the same: building strong relationships, understanding the challenges contractors face, and providing the guidance they need to make informed decisions and achieve their goals. We're grateful for the trust our clients place in us and proud of the work our team does every day to earn it." The annual ranking recognizes accounting firms across the country for their experience and expertise in serving the construction industry. Construction Executive, a leading trade publication for the construction sector, develops its rankings through a survey of more than 700 U.S. accounting firms. Firms are evaluated on several factors, including construction practice revenue, number of construction-focused CPAs, percentage of total firm revenue generated by construction clients, geographic reach, and number of construction clients served. With more than 80 years of experience serving the construction industry, KSM provides specialized tax, audit, accounting, and advisory services to general contractors, specialty trade contractors, developers, and other construction-related businesses. The firm's construction practice helps clients address industry-specific challenges, from financial reporting and cash flow management to tax planning, risk management, and succession planning.

KSM welcomes tax partner Mike Greenwald. August 24, 2026 Summary: KSM welcomes Mike Greenwald as a tax partner in its New York office, strengthening the firm's capabilities in partnership taxation, real estate, and complex business transactions with decades of industry-leading experience. NEW YORK - KSM (Katz, Sapper & Miller), a leading employee-owned accounting and advisory firm, is pleased to announce Mike Greenwald has joined the firm as a partner in its Tax Services Group. He will be based in KSM's New York office. As a partner at KSM, Greenwald will advise clients across the firm on complex federal tax matters, with a particular focus on partnership taxation, real estate, and business transactions. With decades of public accounting experience, he helps clients develop tax strategies that optimize transaction structures, address complex business challenges, and support long-term business objectives while navigating an evolving tax environment. Greenwald serves clients across a broad range of industries, including private equity, real estate, construction, financial services, manufacturing, technology and media, wholesale distribution, and professional services. His experience spans domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, transaction structuring and due diligence, real estate transactions, acquisitions and divestitures, ESOP consulting, bankruptcy tax matters, and other complex tax and transaction-related issues. "We're excited to welcome Mike to KSM," said Erin Eberly, partner-in-charge of KSM's tax services. "His depth of technical expertise, particularly in partnership taxation and complex transactions, will be a tremendous asset to our clients and our people. Adding a leader of Mike's caliber also reinforces our commitment to building an exceptional team as we continue to grow our capabilities across the firm." Greenwald is recognized throughout the accounting profession for his technical leadership in partnership taxation. He has held numerous leadership roles with the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA), including serving as a member of the Tax Executive Committee and chair of its Partnership Taxation Technical Resource Panel. He is currently an elected at-large member of AICPA Council and serves on the AICPA Strategic Tax Reform Advisory Group, IRS Advocacy & Relations Committee, and ESG Task Force. Prior to joining KSM, Greenwald was a partner and corporate and business tax practice leader at Friedman LLP, where he advised clients on complex federal tax matters and business transactions. He has also held leadership roles with national public accounting firms throughout his career. Greenwald earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Study of the City from Yale University and a Master of Public and Private Management degree from the Yale School of Management. "KSM's growth and exceptional culture make this an exciting opportunity," said Greenwald. "I'm looking forward to working alongside a talented team, bringing my experience to clients facing increasingly complex tax and transaction issues, and helping KSM continue to provide excellence."