Baker Tilly Merges with Moss Adams in $7B Deal

Deal News | Apr 24, 2025 | EIN

Baker Tilly Merges with Moss Adams in $7B Deal

Baker Tilly US and Seattle-based Moss Adams have announced a $7 billion merger that is expected to finalize in June. This strategic merger will elevate the combined entity to the sixth-largest advisory and accounting firm within the U.S. The new combined entity will operate under the Baker Tilly name with clearly defined roles: Baker Tilly US, LLP will manage audit services, whereas Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP will handle tax and consulting services. The merger represents a significant milestone for the Baker Tilly International network, aiming to generate $6 billion in revenue by the year 2030, building on the $3 billion both firms posted collectively in 2024. This merger significantly enhances Baker Tilly's reach on the U.S. West Coast as well as within the global professional services sector, boasting operations in 143 territories with $5.6 billion in previous revenue. Leadership transitions will see Jeff Ferro as CEO until his retirement, followed by Eric Miles in 2026. Legal and financial advisors involved include Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, Vedder Price PC, and Deutsche Bank Securities, respectively. In parallel efforts to enhance growth, the UK member of Baker Tilly International, MHA, recently listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market.

Sectors

  • Advisory and Accounting Services
  • Professional Services

Geography

  • United States – The merger creates the sixth-largest advisory and accounting firm in the U.S.
  • United Kingdom – MHA, a member firm of Baker Tilly International, listed on the UK’s London Stock Exchange AIM market.

Industry

  • Advisory and Accounting Services – This industry is relevant because the merged entity becomes one of the largest advisory and accounting firms in the United States.
  • Professional Services – The merger enhances Baker Tilly's global network across professional services, operating in 143 territories.

Financials

  • $7 billion – The valuation of the merger between Baker Tilly and Moss Adams.
  • $6 billion by 2030 – Revenue target for the combined firm.
  • $3 billion in 2024 – Combined posted revenue of the firms before the merger.
  • $5.6 billion – Revenue generated by Baker Tilly's global network last year.
  • 271 million – Market cap of MHA listed on AIM market.
  • 98 million – The funds raised through MHA's IPO on the AIM market.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
Baker Tilly USBidding Company / BuyerCompanyAn advisory and accounting firm that is a major component of the Baker Tilly International network.
Moss AdamsTarget CompanyCompanyA Seattle-based advisory and accounting firm merging with Baker Tilly.
Simpson Thacher & BartlettLegal AdvisorCompanyServes as a legal advisor for the merger deal.
Vedder Price PCLegal AdvisorCompanyAnother legal advisor for the merger deal.
Deutsche Bank SecuritiesFinancial AdvisorCompanyServes as a financial advisor for the merger.
Jeff FerroCEO until retirementPersonHe will be the CEO of the merged entity until his retirement.
Eric MilesFuture CEOPersonCurrent CEO of Moss Adams; set to become CEO in 2026.
Xavier MercadCEOPersonCEO of Baker Tilly Spain, commented on the significance of the merger.