Prager Metis CPAs Congratulate Marc Heffler and Smadar Rinat on Their Promotions to Principal

In The News | Prager Metis | Dec 03, 2018

December 4, 2018– New York, NY— Prager Metis CPAs, a leading accounting and advisory firm with offices in North Amerca, Europe, and Asia, announces the promotions of Marc Heffler, CPA and Smadar Rinat, CPA to Principals in the Audit and Accounting department of the firm. Marc is based out of the Prager Metis Los Angeles office and Smadar is based out of the New York City office.

“Both Marc and Smadar embody the core values of Prager Metis, and have developed their expertise and impeccable client service since joining the firm,” says Dawn Bergen, Chair of Prager Metis’ Audit Department. “I have watched them grow and am very happy to have them both in this new role. I look forward to working with them at this level.”

“I welcome the opportunity to become a Principal of Prager Metis,” says Heffler, “I will continue to render quality service to our existing clients and look forward to providing new clients with outstanding professional and personal service.”

“I’m very excited to become a Principal of Prager Metis,” adds Rinat. “As the firm grows, I look forward to maintaining the high level of outstanding personal service my clients expect while taking on greater responsibility within the firm.”

Marc Heffler provides a full range of accounting and auditing services as well as business acquisition and consulting services.  He specializes in music, media, and entertainment and has several years of experience in real estate, hospitality, and telecommunications. He is viewed as a valued resource to both senior management and the board of directors.

Smadar Rinat has over twenty-five years of experience in the accounting industry. She specializes in audit & accounting services for clients in a range of industries, including private equity, manufacturing and distribution, media, music publishing, not-for-profits, information technology, and real estate.

For more information, contact Diane Walsh at 212.643.0099, Ext. 125 or dwalsh@pragermetis.com.

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