John H. Westermann

Professional Experience

John H. Westermann, CPA, is a Senior Manager at Prager Metis with nearly four decades of experience in public accounting, having begun his professional career in 1986. John specializes in tax compliance, planning, and consulting services for a diverse client base spanning multiple industry.

His expertise includes preparing and reviewing tax returns, developing tax projections, and providing strategic tax guidance for businesses and high-net-worth individuals. Throughout his career, John has worked closely with clients on complex tax matters, helping organizations navigate regulatory requirements while identifying opportunities to improve tax efficiency. His responsibilities also include supporting staff members on technical tax issues and ensuring the accuracy and quality of client deliverables.

Prior to joining Prager Metis, John built his career across several small and mid-sized accounting firms in the Northeast metropolitan area. He initially focused on audit services for non-profit organizations and educational institutions before transitioning into tax services, where he established extensive expertise in business and individual taxation. Leveraging his auditing background, John delivers a well-rounded perspective that enables him to reconcile, review, and strengthen client financial records.

He has significant experience working with multi-state and multi-tier partnerships, investment partnerships, S-Corporations, and C-Corporations. Known for providing practical and proactive tax planning solutions, John works closely with clients to identify opportunities as they arise and deliver guidance that supports long-term business and financial objectives.