Stayner Bates to join nationwide BKD group

Salt Lake City-based accounting firm Stayner Bates PC will become a part of BKD, a Springfield, Missouri, company with nationwide reach. The acquisition will take effect on June 1.

“We want to extend a warm welcome to our new BKD team members,” said BKD CEO Ted Dickman. “Stayner Bates’ commitment to client service and true expertise will assist us in accomplishing our goals as we move forward.”{mprestriction ids="1,3"}

Stayner Bates, a firm specializing in assurance, tax, consulting and business valuation services, will grow BKD’s capabilities in the Western market, according to Dickman.

“With the addition of Stayner Bates, BKD has accomplished a long-standing goal of joining the Utah market,” said BKD managing partner Jeff Ronsse. “The combination enhances BKD’s resources and provides Stayner Bates with greater growth opportunities and market presence.”

Stayner Bates’ staff of approximately 35 members, including four partners, will remain at the firm’s current location in Salt Lake City.

“This is certainly a win-win situation for all involved,” said Steve Hanni, president of Stayner Bates. “We’re happy to be joining BKD and using our industry knowledge and familiarity with this region to help better serve our clients and grow the firm.”

BKD has 38 offices in 17 states and its fiscal year 2018 revenues were approximately $600 million. With more than 2,710 employees, including more than 300 partners, BKD provides a wide range of assurance, tax and accounting outsourcing services.{/mprestriction}