Sikich

Sikich

Technology-enabled professional services and advisory firm

Overview

Sikich is a global professional services firm that uses technology-enabled solutions to help clients improve performance. It combines audit, tax, and business advisory services with a broad portfolio of technology offerings to deliver digital strategies for corporations, nonprofit organizations, and government entities. Audits and attest services are provided by Sikich CPA LLC, while tax and advisory work come from Sikich LLC and its subsidiaries. The company operates under an alternative practice structure, where each Sikich entity is independently owned and only liable for its own services. Sikich differentiates itself by offering a wide range of technology-enabled professional services through a large, multi-discipline team and by serving a diverse client base across public and private sectors. Its goal is to help clients achieve long-term, strategic outcomes and improved performance through practical, technology-driven solutions and expert guidance.

About Sikich

Simplify's Rating
Why Sikich is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Consulting

Cybersecurity

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Naperville, Illinois

Founded

1982

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What believers are saying

  • Sikich's $100M Jefferson Wells acquisition adds 300+ employees and expands risk and tax capabilities.
  • Sikich's $250M Bain Capital investment accelerates aggressive growth through acquisitions and partnerships.
  • Sikich gains federal contract access including DLA JETS II and OASIS+ via Tantus integration.

What critics are saying

  • Sikich's rapid acquisitions create operational fragmentation and culture clash, impairing federal delivery within 6–12 months.
  • AI-native firms bypass Sikich's consulting layer, threatening virtual AI officer and PLAIO partnership viability in 9–15 months.
  • Bain Capital pressure drives over-acquisition without due diligence, risking compliance penalties in risk and compliance services within 12–24 months.

What makes Sikich unique

  • Sikich integrates federal delivery with commercial advisory, bridging GovCon and business consulting.
  • Sikich offers virtual chief AI officer services, enabling flexible AI leadership adoption.
  • Sikich combines deep accounting expertise with tech-enabled consulting across healthcare, finance, and federal sectors.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

Wellness Program

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

Company News

OrangeSlices
Jun 24th, 2026
Tantus Technologies to become Sikich Federal as post-acquisition integration nears completion

Tantus Technologies is transitioning to Sikich Federal following its acquisition by Sikich LLC. Karlene Stecchi, former president of Tantus, now serves as Principal, Gov Tech Lead at Sikich, overseeing federal technology initiatives including government modernisation, cybersecurity, AI, and quantum technologies. The integration has been underway for over a year, with Sikich branding increasingly visible at federal events and client engagements. Tantus brings contract vehicles including DLA JETS II, DOT SWES, and OASIS+ Unrestricted, along with past performance across Treasury, USDA, Department of Transportation, NIH, and CMS. The rebrand signals a shift from quiet integration to an active market-facing strategy. The combined organisation now has expanded contract access and delivery capabilities spanning both federal and commercial markets, positioning it to compete more aggressively in the federal sector.

Yahoo Finance
Apr 7th, 2026
Sikich acquires IT consulting firm Burwood Group to strengthen tech offerings

Sikich, a professional services company specialising in consulting, technology and compliance, has acquired Burwood Group, a Chicago-based IT consulting and integration firm with nearly 30 years' experience. The acquisition strengthens Sikich's technology capabilities across healthcare, higher education, industrials and financial services sectors. Burwood Group brings expertise in IT security and platform modernisation to help organisations work more efficiently. Combined with Sikich's business advisory capabilities, the partnership will offer clients end-to-end solutions across business, technology and governance. "Burwood Group brings a strong pedigree and track record in anticipating what customers need," said Sikich CEO Christopher Geier. The companies share complementary digital transformation offerings and cultural alignment. Sikich operates approximately 2,000 team members across North America, EMEA and APAC.

Consulting.us
Nov 12th, 2025
Sikich appoints Marc Moss as chief legal officer

Sikich appoints Marc Moss as chief legal officer. Sikich, a Chicago-based accounting and consulting firm, has hired Marc Moss as chief legal officer. Based in Charlotte, NC, Moss brings 25+ years of legal leadership experience across retail, wireless, manufacturing, technology, and financial services - with extensive experience building legal teams, leading M&A transactions, and developing compliance programs. He has expertise across governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), litigation, employment law, contract negotiation, IP, and international transactions, among other areas. Before joining Sikich, Moss held senior legal roles at Victra, Wells Fargo, United Technologies (Carrier Corporation), Ingersoll Rand, and Baker & Daniels. He has a juris doctor from Vanderbilt University and a bachelor's degree from Hampton University. "Marc's arrival comes at a critical time for Sikich as we accelerate our expansion and deepen our commitment to operational excellence," said Christopher Geier, chairman and CEO. "Marc's successful track record advising CEOs and Boards, driving M&A strategy, and building scalable governance frameworks is valuable experience as we evaluate and execute on new opportunities." Sikich in 2024 received a $250 million minority investment from private equity firm Bain Capital. The firm has approximately 2,000 people across 20 offices in the US and India. Sikich is the 25th-largest CPA firm in the US, according to Inside Public Accounting, with annual revenue of $438.9 million.

Sikich
Oct 31st, 2025
Sikich and PLAIO Announce Strategic Partnership to Drive AI-Powered Supply Chain Innovation for Life Science Companies

Sikich partners with PLAIO to help pharmaceutical manufacturers enhance supply chain precision, visibility, and confidence.

Ladris
Mar 4th, 2025
Ladris Announces Strategic Reseller Partnership with Sikich to Advance AI-Driven Emergency Preparedness and Evacuation Planning

GRASS VALLEY, Calif., March 4, 2025 - Ladris, a leading provider of artificial intelligence models that forecast the impact of man-made and climate-driven disasters on life and property, today announced a strategic reseller partnership with Sikich, a Chicago-based, leading global technology-enabled professional services company.

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