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Maurice Berkower
Managing Principal at BERKOWER LLC
Maurice Berkower is a seasoned professional in the accounting and financial services industry, currently serving as the Managing Principal at Berkower LLC. With over 40 years of experience, he has developed a robust expertise in accounting, auditing, tax, and consulting services, particularly for private investment companies, hedge funds, and broker-dealers in securities.12
Professional Background
- Early Career: Maurice began his career at a regional accounting firm in New Jersey, where he advanced to a partnership level before founding Berkower LLC.13
- Education: He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Brooklyn College and an MBA in Taxation from Bernard Baruch College. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensed in multiple states including New York, New Jersey, Florida, California, and Washington, D.C..12
- Current Roles: In addition to his role at Berkower LLC, he is a co-founder and director of Rankin Berkower (Cayman) Ltd., where he leads the firms' national and international alternative investments practice groups.12
Firm Overview
Berkower LLC specializes in providing start-up consulting, auditing, and tax preparation services to over 1,000 private investment entities. The firm has a notable presence both onshore and offshore, assisting clients with diverse financial instruments including equities, options, cryptocurrencies, and private equity investments.4
Affiliations
Maurice is an active member of several professional organizations:
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants
- New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants
- Florida Institute of CPAs
- California Society of CPAs
- Cayman Islands Institute of Professional Accountants.12
His extensive experience and leadership roles underscore his significant contribution to the financial services sector.
