Heather K. McDonough

Tax Partner | Mcdonough@Bermanhopkins.com

Heather has worked in both tax and audit for many years before dedicating herself full-time to the tax arena. Heather has over ten years experience in management, budgeting, and financial management of non-profit organizations, as well as high-wealth investment, accounting and estate planning management.

By focusing on specific tax strategies with business owners, Heather is able to offer timely advice to her clients, helping them succeed and to support long-term growth.

EXPERTISE INCLUDES 

  • Contractor taxation
  • Succession planning
  • Strategic and tactical business tax planning
  • ESOPs
  • Entity structuring
  • Reorganizations
  • Out-of-the ordinary tax benefits such as Research and Development credits
  • Energy efficiency deductions
  • International sales entities (IC-DISC)
  • IRS representation, negotiations and controversies

EDUCATION

  • B.S., Accounting, Strayer University – 1995

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Certified Public Accountant, State of Florida – 2005
  • Certified Public Accountant, State of Virginia – 1997

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Brevard County Estate Planning Council
  • Economic Development Commission

CIVIC ACTIVITIES

  • United Way Emerging Leaders
  • Brevard Zoo – board member / officer
  • Dance Arts Center – board  member
  • Space Coast United Soccer Club  – board member / officer
  • Viera High School Academy of Business and Finance