A Legacy of Trusted Financial Expertise

Taglia & Associates, P.C. is a third-generation accounting and business advisory firm based in the Chicagoland metro area. Founded by Francis X. Taglia in 1950 and later managed by Gerald J. Taglia, CPA; the firm has served closely held businesses and their owners for more than seven decades. It is now led by Matt Taglia, CPA. The firm works with small and medium-sized businesses, not-for-profits, and individuals, providing year round practical financial guidance that focuses on tax strategy and long-term stability. Taglia & Associates offers outsourced CFO and advisory services, bookkeeping, and Federal and State tax preparation, with an emphasis on clarity, responsiveness, and practicality. Clients value the firm’s unique ability to combine technical tax expertise with a thoughtful understanding of how businesses operate.

Matthew Taglia, CPA

Matthew has been with the firm since 2009 and brings deep experience in accounting and advisory services. He began his career at Pricewaterhouse Coopers LLP in audit and assurance. A Certified Public Accountant, Matthew is a member of the AICPA and the Illinois CPA Society. He works closely with small business owners to deliver practical financial guidance that supports confident decision-making and long-term growth.

Ken Erdmann

Ken has been supporting small and medium-sized businesses at Taglia & Associates, P.C. since 2007. Ken has deep experience in sales tax, payroll tax and bookkeeping. Prior to his role at Taglia & Associates, P.C., Ken was a small business owner who handled all aspects of his business, which gives him a unique perspective that clients appreciate.

Brad Snider

Brad supports clients with day-to-day accounting and payroll needs and manages the office operations at Taglia & Associates, P.C. Brad works closely with the firm’s tax professionals to help ensure accurate, timely, and well-maintained financial records. Brad brings best practices and organization to each client relationship.

Zaid Masoud

Zaid prepares tax returns for businesses and their owners across many industries and geographies. He takes pride in delivering timely and accurate tax returns, while proactively seeking opportunities for tax planning and tax minimization strategies. Prior to working at Taglia & Associates, P.C., Zaid worked at a top 20 national firm preparing tax returns for businesses.