Joe Bailitz, a seasoned accounting professional, has a wealth of experience providing audit, accounting, and transaction-related services to an array of public and private companies, partnerships, and investment advisors. With a B.S. in Accountancy from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Bailitz has served in various accounting leadership roles, including as Audit Principal at Rothstein Kass, Assurance Partner at Ernst & Young, and currently as a Partner at KPMG US.

Bailitz is an expert in leading complex audit engagements at operating companies and investment firms across various industry sectors, including real estate, private equity, and venture capital. He has assisted start-up companies and their sources of capital in all stages of development and is well-versed in initial public offerings and other SEC, regulatory, and compliance matters. He partners with clients to meet their periodic reporting responsibilities to investors, lenders, and, when applicable, the Securities and Exchange Commission. Bailitz also consists of specialities in real estate, REITs, investment advisors, partnerships, and corporations.

Overall, Bailitz's expertise, knowledge, and leadership have positioned him as a reputable leader in the accounting industry.