Six is a popular number at Clayton & McKervey this year. The Southfield-based accounting and business advisory firm has hired six people over the last year, bringing its staff to 60 employees and three interns. It is also looking to hire another six people right now.
"We expect to continue to grow," says Kevin McKervey, president of
Clayton & McKervey. "We see a lot of activity that our clients are partnering in."
The 60-year-old firm has watched its workload increase over the last year from new business in a variety of sectors of the economy. However, the rise of the automotive industry has helped drive that growth more than any other industry.
Clayton & McKervey's accounting business also has an international flair, helping its clients deal with conforming to the intricacies of the global marketplace. It recently brought on Alex Martin as a principal in charge of transfer pricing. Martin will focus on providing highly specialized accounting, auditing, and tax expertise to for clients who aim to expand internationally.
In fact, many of Clayton & McKervey's new hires have backgrounds in international business or speak multiple languages. The firm is currently looking for accounting professionals with experience in auditing, U.S. tax, and international tax. Speaking a second language also is highly desired.
"It's not a prerequisite but it's a bonus," McKervey says.
Source: Kevin McKervey, president of Clayton & McKervey
Writer: Jon Zemke
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