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Construction and A/E Services

At Hill, Barth and King LLC (HbK), our approach to client service focuses not just on numbers, we focus on the day to day needs of your business. Our Construction and A/E Industry Group is comprised of approximately 50 team members devoted to keeping pace with industry changes impacting your business and in turn providing you and your company with strategies and solutions customized to fit your unique needs.
Our specialized group serves a broad range of clients throughout the region who include general contractors, heavy construction, home builders, bridge painters, other specialty trades and architectural and engineering firms.

Construction and A/E Industry Expertise

Our Industry team members are active in the construction and A/E industries. Many of our professionals have obtained their CCIFP certificate (Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional). In addition to attending national, regional and local educational forums, we are actively involved in various construction and A/E organizations. Our extensive involvement in the BDO Alliance includes membership on the Alliance's Construction Industry Group executive, education and value added committees. Our quarterly Hard Hat Newsletter, dedicated to the construction industry, is also provided to clients and their business advisors.

Understanding Your Business

HbK's Construction and A/E Industry Group doesn't just understand the issues unique to your industry….we understand the complexities involved with a closely held business. Our team of professionals is well versed in business valuations, personal financial planning and succession and exit strategy planning and assisting in matching owner/family goals with the company's strategies and goals.
Barry Holes - Florida Region
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Richard Spence - Pennsylvania Region
At HbK, we have built a full array of specialty services that go beyond traditional accounting. Our desire is to be your trusted business partner who can support your business as well as your individual goals for the future.

Specialty Services

Services for the Construction and A/E Industry Services to support your business through planning and as you develop operational efficiencies and profit opportunities
  • Strategic Planning
  • Benchmarking and Analytical ReviewConstruction
  • Bonus and Incentive Program Development
  • Budgeting and Cash Flow Analysis
  • Claims preparation, Analysis and Consulting
  • Consulting Services (State, DOT, FAR)
  • Cost Segregation
  • Entity Structure
  • Job Cost Efficiency and Profitability Analysis
  • Management Information Systems Consulting
  • Maximizing of Bonding and Credit Capabilities
  • Overhead Analysis
  • Overhead Rate Audits
  • Preparation of Forecasts and Projections
  • International Tax Compliance and Consulting
Transitional ServicesServices to support your business as it grows and matures
  • Business Transition and Succession Planning
  • Business Valuation
  • Joint Venture Consulting
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
Individual and Family ServicesServices to support your family and personal life goals
  • Financial Planning
  • Wealth Management
  • Wills and Estate Planning
  • Retirement Planning
  • Insurance Advisory


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Some of HbK's Construction and A/E Clients include:
  •  General Contractors
  • Specialty Trade Contractors
  • Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
  • Land Subdivision and Land Development
  • Electrical Contractors
  • Single Family Housing Construction
  •  Architectural Firms
  •  Engineering Firms
  • Painting and Wall Covering Contractors
  • Concrete Contractors
  • Roofing, Siding and Sheet Metal Contractors
  • Excavation Contractors
  • Highway and Street Construction
  • Manufacturing and Industrial Building Construction
  • Multifamily Housing Construction

We currently distribute the HbK Construction newsletter, the HbK HardHat, to our contacts. If you would like to receive this newsletter please visit our Newsletter Sign-Up page, fill out the form and check the appropriate newsletter.

HbK Hard Hat

  • Experience Counts

    We’ve been here for a while, 1949 to be exact. Having a solid, longstanding presence further enhances the trusting relationships we have with our clients. Our reputation precedes us in each of the markets we serve.



  • Times Have Changed

    Many years ago it was actually un-professional conduct for accountants to advertise. The reason you don’t see many billboards or commercials on TV for CPA firms is that we develop business through relationships. We always appreciate a business referral to share how HbK can help. See the Principal Profiles page to make a direct contact with someone regarding a referral.



  • Best Employers in Ohio

    Best Employers in OhioHill, Barth & King has been selected as one of the Best Employers in Ohio for 2013.