John K. Forbes

John K. Forbes, CPA, PFS, CCIFP, CCA, is Managing Principal at HW&Co. in its Mentor, OH office. He focuses on audit, tax, and business advisory services for privately held companies, including construction contractors, real estate development and management companies, manufacturers, and family-held businesses. His expertise includes strategic risk management, succession planning (including investment and retirement planning), business plan reviews, assistance in evaluating and obtaining financing/bonding coverage, strategic tax planning, internal controls, job order costing, and due diligence related services.

John previously chaired the Ohio Society of CPAs State Construction Conference Committee and has taught several construction accounting and tax related courses at the state and local levels. He also belongs to CFMA’s Northeast Ohio Chapter.