BerryDunn Principal Leah Shanahan Receives Certified Management Accounting Certification

Reinforcing the firm’s commitment to providing tailored outsourced accounting services to clients.

WALTHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BerryDunn, a full-service assurance, tax, and consulting firm, is pleased to announce that Leah Shanahan, CPA, a Principal in the Outsourced Accounting Practice Group, is the first BerryDunn Principal to receive the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation, awarded by the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), signifying excellence in financial accounting, strategic management, financial planning, analysis, control, decision support, and professional ethics.

“By becoming the first BerryDunn Principal to receive this designation,” says Kathy Parker, CPA, Principal and Leader of the Outsourced Accounting Practice Group, “Leah demonstrates the values of expertise, innovation, and dedication. Her proactive approach and ability to provide our clients with personalized strategic management elevates the firm's commitment to expanding and proactively optimizing outsourced accounting services.”

The firm’s Outsourced Accounting Practice Group offers the expertise of a fully staffed accounting department for short-term or long-term engagements and provides high-touch, high-tech, back-office services for family offices and emerging and established companies. “Through our strategic growth, we are focused on providing more robust services to clients that include reporting, benchmarking, and business consulting. The CMA Certification has given me the opportunity to expand my skillset so the team can continue to help companies streamline their performance, domestically and abroad,” says Shanahan.

BerryDunn places a strong emphasis on fostering a culture of continuous development. Employees are encouraged to pursue development and career opportunities based on their interests, skills, and goals. The firm’s curated learning experiences help employees expand their personal and professional toolkits, which in turn help their teams and their clients thrive.

About BerryDunn

BerryDunn is a leading national professional services firm providing assurance, tax, and consulting services to businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories. Since 1974, we have been a client-centered, people-first firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being. Learn more at berrydunn.com.