Crain’s Chicago Business Names Weiss One of the ‘Best Place to Work for 2026’

Five decades of putting people first. It’s a Weiss tradition.

Over fifty years ago, Weiss & Company LLP was founded on the simple of idea of putting people first. From day one, the company shaped the workplace around their people. Talent Acquisition Manger Kari Thompson explains, “Being named to the list of ‘Best Places to Work’ is something we see as recognition of just how much we respect our people. We have a uniquely people-oriented culture and it shows. At Weiss, we support the person as well as the professional and as a result, we’ve become a career destination. We’re happy that we’re being recognized as one of the very best places to either begin or continue a career.”

Managing Partner, Dan Fortman added, “I’ve been at Weiss for over 45 years so I know how committed we are to helping our people find success. We have an amazing group and we make sure they have every opportunity to get exposed to more clients and challenging opportunities quicker than they might at larger firms. We can create opportunities and experiences that the Big Four just can’t. And being independent means, we can be more flexible with our people and with the clients we serve.”

Weiss has evolved over five decades and continues to work to improve its culture. Kari stated, “We have the compensation and benefits you would expect from a leader but we go well beyond the basics. Our environment is team focused. We’re flexible when people need us to be. Best of all we do the little things that let our people know that their talent is truly valued, like during busy tax season we bring in free meals and offer special perks.”

“Investing in professional development is also a key component of our culture.” Dan continued, “This business is constantly changing. We’ve gone from paper to digital to the emergence of AI. AI is going to impact the accounting industry like it will impact all industries but I don’t see it replacing our people. It’s a tool that will make our jobs better and give us more time to consult. Every time new technology emerges, there’s some fear about how it will change our role. I’ve seen it before with the rise of PC’s and software, the internet, and now AI. It’s another tool that we will all learn how to apply to our business. Rest assured, we will make sure everyone at Weiss has the training and professional development they need to put the latest technologies to work delivering results to our clients.”

“Technology will always change.” Kari stated. “What won’t change is our commitment to our people. It’s been the same story for over 50 years. When you build your career with Weiss, we invest in you, we support you, and we share the success you help create. That’s why Weiss is one of the best places to work.”

To learn more about career opportunities at Weiss & Company LLP, visit https://weisscpa.com/careers/. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.