Thomas & Reed LLC operates as a professional services organization strategically headquartered between Chicago, IL and Cincinnati, OH [2]. Under the leadership of President and CEO Stephen A. Reed, CPA, MBA [1], the firm leverages over 250 years of combined team experience across public and private sectors to deliver exceptional accounting and consulting services [2]. The company maintains broad geographic reach with business authorization across 14 states including Indiana, North Dakota, North Carolina, Washington, Maryland, Kentucky, Georgia, Texas, Ohio, Colorado, Illinois, Virginia, as well as the District of Columbia and Hawaii [2].
- Diversity in ideas, strengths, and cultural perspectives
- Unwavering professional standards and integrity
- Client-focused service delivery
- Personal accountability and confidentiality
- Results-driven performance
- Auditing Services (SIN 541211)
- HR Professional Services (SIN 541214)
- Budget and Financial Management Services (SIN 541219)
- Management and Financial Consulting (SIN 541611)
- AICPA-certified CPA firm with CMMI Service Maturity Level 3 designation [2]
- SBA 8(a) Certified Small Disadvantaged Business through December 2026 [3]
- Multiple MBE certifications including City of Indianapolis, State of Indiana, and NMSDC Mid-States Region [4]
- DBE certification from Indiana Department of Transportation [4]
- U.S. Army budget analysis generating monthly cost savings exceeding $2 million [3]
- FY2020 Ginnie Mae financial statement audit participation [3]
- Successful expansion into medical transportation, logistics, call centers, and construction sectors [4]
- Next-generation IT modernization
- Enhanced data management and governance
- Comprehensive information assurance and cybersecurity services [2]
This growth trajectory is supported by consistently superior CPARS ratings and a demonstrated commitment to building long-term client relationships through value-added business approaches [2]. The organization's recognition includes Stephen A. Reed's 2019 Entrepreneur of the Year award from the Indy Black Chamber of Commerce [4], underlining its position as a leader in professional services delivery.