Accounting

Company Snapshot

• Year Founded: 1910
• Headquarters Location: Chicago, IL
• Ownership: Private; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) since 2023
• Key Executives: Wayne Berson (CEO, retiring June 2026), Matthew K. Becker (CEO-elect, effective July 2026)
• Number of Locations: 70+ offices; 12,000+ professionals
• Public Contact: Website: https://www.bdo.com/; Phone: (312) 856-9100; Email: info@bdo.com

Company Overview

BDO USA is a leading provider of assurance, tax, and advisory services serving clients throughout the United States and globally. The firm’s mission centers on helping businesses—including franchise systems—thrive by offering insight-driven financial support, risk management, and strategic consulting, all powered by a people-first, purpose-driven culture.

Services Offered

• Assurance (Audit \& Assurance) for financial integrity and stakeholder confidence.
• Tax advisory, planning, and compliance for multi-location businesses.
• Business advisory and consulting, including risk management, transformation, and regulatory guidance.
• BDO Digital: Technology, data analytics, and business transformation services for operational improvement.

Value Proposition

• Industry Specialization: Serves a broad range of industries, including QSR, retail, home services, nonprofits, and professional services. No explicit single-industry specialization; scalable for franchise systems across sectors.
• Key Benefits:
  • Delivers robust financial reporting required for royalty and revenue management in franchise settings.
  • Provides compliance and risk frameworks to streamline multi-unit operations and support franchise expansion.
  • Offers technology-enabled solutions to enhance operational efficiency and local decision-making for individual franchisees.
• Franchise Expertise: BDO has worked with numerous franchise systems and multi-location operators, offering relevant thought leadership, benchmarking reports, and insights specifically tailored to franchise accounting, tax, and risk management needs.