Overview
Rich Smith serves as a Senior Tax Manager in the firm’s Tax Group, bringing more than 20 years of professional experience. His expertise lies in the preparation and review of corporate, trust and gift taxes for high-net-worth individuals and privately-held, mid-market businesses, including partnership and pass-through entities. Additionally, Rich provides specialized advice to clients on various indirect tax matters, including sales and use, property, payroll and multi-state taxation.
Overview
Rich Smith serves as a Senior Tax Manager in the firm’s Tax Group, bringing more than 20 years of professional experience. His expertise lies in the preparation and review of corporate, trust and gift taxes for high-net-worth individuals and privately-held, mid-market businesses, including partnership and pass-through entities. Additionally, Rich provides specialized advice to clients on various indirect tax matters, including sales and use, property, payroll and multi-state taxation.
Proactive
Rich brings a balance of both technical proficiency and interpersonal finesse. He has a deep understanding of federal, state and local tax regulations and is highly regarded for staying current with tax code changes, interpreting complex laws to ensure that clients remain compliant with all tax codes. His strong financial acumen and analytical abilities provides value to clients, guiding them in making strategic decisions aligned with their financial goals.
Outside of the Office
Outside of the office, Rich enjoys spending time on the lake with family, fishing, traveling and riding dirt bikes with his son.
Certifications & Licenses
- Certified Public Accountant
Education
- B.S., Business Administration - Accounting, University of Central Missouri
News
New Hires to Join ORBA’s Tax, Accounting Services and Cloud CFO Services Groups
CHICAGO — ORBA, one of Chicago’s largest public accounting firms, is pleased to announce that Bimini Chastain has joined the Cloud CFO Services Group, Minna Li has joined the firm’s Accounting Services Group and Rich Smith has joined the firm’s Tax Group.
