Doeren Mayhew acquired CPA firm Dent Moses and its affiliate, Impact Technology Group, expanding its presence in the Southeast and adding to its technology service offering, effective Feb. 10.
Birmingham, Alabama-based Dent Moses was founded in 1923 and formed through a merger of two Birmingham firms in 2015. In 2001, it launched a technology solutions practice that grew into a full-service managed and co-managed IT platform called Impact Technology Group.
The transaction establishes Doeren Mayhew's first office in Alabama and adds nine principals and nearly 65 staff. Dent Moses partners will remain in their leadership roles as principals of Doeren Mayhew, and Dent Moses managing partner Lee Willoughby will continue to lead the office in the same role.
"What drew us to Doeren Mayhew was the strength of its platform and its shared commitment to client relationships," Willoughby said in a statement. "Building strong, lasting relationships has been at the core of our firm since day one, and that foundation remains unchanged. This combination allows us to preserve what makes us who we are, while positioning us to accelerate our growth across Alabama. With access to additional expertise and resources, we're able to deliver even greater value to the clients and communities we serve, which has always been our priority."
Doeren Mayhew is a Top 50 Firm, ranking No. 47 on Accounting Today's 2025 Top 100 Firms list. Based in Troy, Michigan, the firm reported over $170 million in revenue, with over 100 partners and more than 700 total employees.
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"We're excited to welcome a team known for its strength in audit and tax, deep client relationships and a culture grounded in exceptional people," Doeren Mayhew Advisors CEO Chad Anschuetz said in a statement. "At the same time, the addition of Impact Technology's managed services platform advances a longstanding strategic priority for us. We're committed to building a firm that evolves alongside our clients and anticipates the demands of today's dynamic business environment, and this is an area requiring continuous innovation. We look forward to scaling this practice across our footprint and expanding the value we deliver to clients."
Founders Advisors was the exclusive financial advisor to Dent Moses in the transaction.
"With a remarkable legacy in accounting and advisory services, the Dent Moses team has built a practice defined by strong client relationships and a culture of excellence," Founders Advisors vice president Chris Jenkins said in a statement. "It was a privilege to represent Dent Moses and work with Doeren Mayhew on this transaction. We look forward to seeing the continued growth and success of the combined organization."
