Hood & Strong

Hood & Strong LLP offers specialized services tailored for Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) acquirers, focusing on facilitating successful transactions and post-acquisition integration.
Hood & Strong

Expert Accounting & Advisory for ETA and SMB Acquirers

Business Highlights

  • Location: US (nationwide; delivered remotely)
  • Services Provided: specialized services tailored for Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) acquirers, focusing on facilitating successful transactions and post-acquisition integration.
  • Price Range: $$$$
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Our Take: Hood & Strong LLP is a great fit for ETA acquirers (though pricey) because they specialize in financial due diligence, tax structuring, and post-acquisition support tailored to small business buyers. They go beyond standard accounting by offering hands-on guidance in deal structuring, risk mitigation, and financial integration, ensuring a smooth transition for new owners. With 100+ years of experience and a strong track record in M&A, they provide searchers and independent sponsors with the insights needed to make informed decisions and optimize post-close operations. While their fees may be higher for smaller deals, their expertise in quality of earnings reports and tax efficiency makes them a strong partner for serious acquirers.

Overview

Hood & Strong LLP is a full-service accounting firm with over a century of experience, specializing in tax, audit, and advisory services for entrepreneurs, acquirers, and investors. With a dedicated focus on M&A, due diligence, and transaction structuring, they provide the financial expertise necessary to navigate complex deals and optimize tax efficiency.

Why Work with Albrecht Law?

Most law firms focus only on the transaction, but Albrecht Law integrates tax strategy into every deal to ensure you’re set up for success. They provide:

Extensive M&A Expertise – Trusted advisors for business buyers, offering due diligence, deal structuring, and tax strategy.

ETA & SMB Focused – Deep experience working with searchers, independent sponsors, and small business acquirers.

Full-Service Support – From financial due diligence to post-acquisition accounting, they help at every stage.

100+ Years of Experience – A well-established firm with a strong reputation for accuracy and strategic insight.

Who Should Work with Albrecht Law?

If you’re:

✔️ Searchers and ETA acquirers navigating acquisitions.

✔️ Small business owners looking for financial and tax guidance.

✔️ Investors and independent sponsors seeking due diligence and structuring expertise.

✔️ Private equity and family offices acquiring lower-middle-market businesses.

What They Help With

🔹 Financial Due Diligence – Quality of earnings reports and risk assessments.

🔹 Tax Structuring & Strategy – Optimizing deals for tax efficiency.

🔹 Audit & Assurance – Ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.

🔹 Post-Acquisition Accounting – Helping integrate financial systems and reporting.

🔹 Valuation & Advisory – Strategic insights for business buyers and sellers.

Why They’re Worth It

Hood & Strong brings the perfect mix of expertise, reliability, and hands-on support for ETA acquirers. Whether you’re buying your first business or scaling a portfolio, their team provides critical insights to make informed financial decisions.

Hood & Strong LLP | Advisory, Tax and Assurance
Hood & Strong LLP is one of California’s most respected public accounting firms specializing in advisory, tax and assurance services.

Services Provided

Financial Due Diligence: Analyzing historical and projected financial trends, assessing working capital, and evaluating quality of earnings to identify potential risks and ensure informed decision-making. 

Transaction Advisory: Providing technical, financial, and operational analyses to minimize transaction risks. This includes recommending tax-efficient entity and transaction structures to maximize value for both buyers and sellers. 

Post-Transaction Support: Offering guidance on tax strategies, integrating financial processes, and advising on significant organizational decisions to ensure smooth post-acquisition transitions. 

These services are designed to support ETA acquirers throughout the acquisition process, from initial evaluation to successful integration.


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About the author
Tom Tofield

Tom Tofield

Part-time searcher by night, M&A integration expert by day, and founder of ETA Orbit. Obsessed with all things acquisition entrepreneurship, and looking to help share what I can with the community.

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