CANFIELD, OH – Packer Thomas, a leading regional certified public accounting and business consulting firm, has been named to three of Accounting Today’s prestigious 2025 workplace lists – Best Firms to Work For, Best Firms for Women, and Best Firms for Young Accountants. Packer Thomas is the only accounting firm headquartered in Ohio to earn placement on all three lists, underscoring their deep commitment to employee growth, inclusion and workplace excellence.
John Cournan, CPA, and Principal at Packer Thomas shares, “this achievement reflects the dedication and passion of our entire team. We believe that investing in our people is the foundation for delivering outstanding service to our clients and making a positive impact in our communities”. Packer Thomas is grateful for the recognition from AccountingToday, emphasizing that these awards reflect the firm’s commitment to work-life balance, and support for every team member’s career growth.
The Accounting Today lists celebrate firms that excel in cultivating positive workplace cultures and advancing the accounting profession. Each award reflects a specific area of excellence:
- Best Firms to Work For – celebrates organizations that provide exceptional benefits, engagement and overall workplace satisfaction,
- Best Firms for Women – honors firms that demonstrate leadership, equity and inclusion through policies and practices that empower women at every level of their careers,
- Best Firms for Young Accountants – recognizes firms that attract, develop and retain young professionals through strong mentorship, flexibility and career advancement opportunities.
“This triple recognition reflects who we are as a firm,” added Cournan. “We believe that great client service starts with great people – and by supporting our team members’ personal and professional growth, we can create success that lasts for generations.”
Since Packer Thomas’ founding, in 1923, their mission has always been to provide superior client service and to treat their employees as their most valuable assets. To truly embody this mission, Packer Thomas provides a work environment where innovation is nurtured, achievement is rewarded and respect for individuals in honored.
Packer Thomas was established in 1923 and maintains offices in Canfield, Ohio and New Castle, Pennsylvania. The firm provides business consulting services as well as accounting, auditing, and tax services with industry concentrations in manufacturing, wholesale distribution, automotive dealerships, construction, oil and gas, organized labor, and health care entities.
In addition to its core offerings, Packer Thomas provides comprehensive client accounting services (CAS) designed to help businesses streamline their financial operations. Through CAS, clients can outsource a range of accounting functions including bookkeeping, payroll processing, bill pay, and financial reporting, allowing them to focus on their strategic objectives. The firm leverages advanced technology and experienced professionals to deliver accurate, timely, and customized financial solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.
The firm’s information technology services consist of, but are not limited to, SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 engagements, IT security auditing services, cybersecurity services, Acumatica and Sage 300c implementations. Packer Thomas also offers income, estate, and gift tax compliance and consulting services for high-net-worth individuals, privately owned businesses, and various other for-profit and non-profit organizations.
To learn more about Packer Thomas and career opportunities with the firm, visit www.packerthomas.com.
Read more: 3 Ohio firms make ‘Best to Work For” list in 2025, The 2025 Best Firms for Women, Meet the 2025 Best Midsized and Large Firms to Work For and The 2025 Best Firms for Young Accountants
Contact:
William J. Vennetti, CPA
Packer Thomas
6601 Westford Place, Suite 101
Canfield, OH 44406
(330) 503-9777 Fax (330) 533-1734
E-mail: wvennetti@packerthomas.com
