Smith Patrick CPAs has been recognized by the St. Louis Business Journal as one of the region’s largest accounting firms in its 2026 rankings.
The annual list highlights accounting practices serving the St. Louis market and ranks them based on the number of local CPAs and accounting professionals. In the 2026 report, Smith Patrick CPAs ranked No. 22 among the region’s largest accounting firms.
Smith Patrick has appeared on the Business Journal’s largest accounting firms list multiple times, reflecting the firm’s continued presence in the St. Louis business community.
Smith Patrick Featured in Business Journal Coverage
In addition to the ranking, the St. Louis Business Journal also featured Managing Partner David Smith in its coverage of emerging trends in the accounting profession.
Smith shared perspective on the growing presence of private equity investment in the industry and how outside capital is beginning to reshape parts of the profession, including firm structures and competition for experienced professionals.
Private equity groups have shown increasing interest in accounting practices due to their recurring revenue, long-term client relationships, and the essential nature of tax and advisory services for businesses.
Continued Growth and Client Focus
Smith Patrick CPAs provides accounting, tax, wealth management, and advisory services to businesses and individuals throughout the St. Louis region.
We are grateful and thankful to our clients for the trust they place in us and also to our team members whose dedication and expertise make continued growth possible.
As Smith Patrick continues to grow, we also welcome conversations with experienced professionals interested in joining a collaborative team focused on long-term client relationships.
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Managing Partner David Smith was also recently featured in the St. Louis Business Journal discussing trends shaping the accounting profession. Read more here.
To learn more about Smith Patrick CPAs’ recent recognition in the St. Louis Business Journal, including its inclusion among the region’s largest accounting firms, read the announcement here.
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Andrea Shewcraft
Andrea Shewcraft is the Chief Operating Officer at Smith Patrick CPAs. She brings extensive experience in operations and client services and has previously served as Director of Operations and Senior Paralegal at a St. Louis law firm.
About Smith Patrick CPAs
Smith Patrick CPAs is a boutique, St. Louis-based, CPA firm dedicated to providing personal guidance on taxes, investment advice and financial service to forward-thinking businesses and financially active individuals. For over 30 years, our firm has focused on providing excellent service to business owners and high-net worth families across the country. Investment Advisory Services are offered through Wealth Management, LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor.
