Crowe

What Crowe does

Crowe LLP is a Chicago-headquartered professional services firm, founded circa 1940, providing audit and assurance, tax, advisory, and consulting services to public and private organizations. The firm serves a vertically-segmented client base spanning financial services (banks, credit unions, insurance, fintech), manufacturing and distribution, healthcare and life sciences, private equity, technology/media/telecom, public sector, and consumer markets. Crowe LLP is the US operating entity (Delaware LLC) and an independent member of Crowe Global, a Swiss verein network spanning 150+ countries, 815 offices, and 46,000 professionals; the US entity reports roughly $1.4 billion in revenue with 539 partners and 5,600+ employees, ranking No. 12 on Accounting Today's Top 100 Firms.

The firm's delivery model combines deep industry specialization (the "One Crowe" approach assembling cross-functional specialist teams, with partners averaging 24+ years of experience) with proprietary and third-party technology. Proprietary platforms include Crowe Insight (audit workflow and exchange), Crowe Secure Information Exchange (client engagement portal), and Crowe Tax Data Platform, alongside an AI-native business unit, Crowe Studio, developing products such as Crowe Tax AI, Crowe AI Transformation, Crowe Y-Hire, and the Crowe AI Lease Agent. Crowe layers an extensive partner ecosystem—ServiceNow, NetSuite, Microsoft, Salesforce, Alteryx, Thomson Reuters (Additive, ONESOURCE), LogicGate, HITRUST, Coverbase, and OpenAI (firmwide ChatGPT Enterprise)—to deliver technology-enabled GRC, tax transformation, and cyber services.

The business model is professional services revenue across four lines (audit/assurance, tax, advisory, consulting), sold through direct enterprise and mid-market engagement via RFP submission, office-based account management, and partner-led relationships. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. In June 2026, KKR agreed to a ~$3 billion equity investment for a majority stake in newly formed Crowe Advisory LLC, prompting reorganization into an alternative practice structure that separates attest services (retained in Crowe LLP) from non-attest tax, advisory, and consulting services (Crowe Advisory LLC).

Name

Crowe

Legal name

Crowe LLP

Website

https://crowe.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1940

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Crowe is a US-headquartered public accounting and consulting firm providing audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services to enterprise and mid-market clients across financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, private equity, and technology verticals, operating within the global Crowe Global network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Accounting and Professional Services

SIC

Services-Management Services (8741)

akta.pro primary industry

Distressed M&A & Special Situations Advisory (BPAHAOAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Distressed M&A & Special Situations Advisory (BPAHADAN)

Keywords

• Audit and assurance
• Tax advisory services
• Management consulting
• Transaction advisory
• GRC consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Audit and Assurance Services: Financial statement audits, SOC reporting, PCI compliance services, and benefit plan audits delivered by over 1,400 audit professionals with PCAOB inspection and deep industry specialization.
2. Tax Services: Federal tax, international tax, state and local tax, AI and tax transformation, private client, and M&A tax services across all levels and industries.
3. Advisory Services: Accounting advisory, M&A and transaction advisory, due diligence, business performance improvement, valuation services, and forensic services.
4. Consulting Services: Technology and business transformation, cyber strategy and solutions, risk and compliance consulting, internal audit, GRC technology, financial crime, and regulatory compliance services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Crowe LLP is a public accounting and consulting firm providing audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services to public and private entities across financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, private equity, technology, and public sector industries. Services are delivered by industry-aligned specialist teams using proprietary platforms such as Crowe Insight, Crowe Secure Information Exchange, and AI-enabled solutions through Crowe Studio, complemented by integrations with ServiceNow, NetSuite, Microsoft, Alteryx, and Thomson Reuters.

Product overview

Crowe is a public accounting and consulting firm providing audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services through a portfolio of proprietary platforms and AI-powered solutions. The core offerings include Crowe Insight for audit workflow management, Crowe Secure Information Exchange for secure document exchange, and Crowe BGK for GRC services. Crowe Studio serves as the AI-native solutions hub containing Crowe Y-Hire (CFO advisory), Crowe AI Transformation, and Crowe Tax AI. The firm integrates with major platforms including ServiceNow, NetSuite, Microsoft, Salesforce, and Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE, while leveraging technologies like Alteryx for analytics and ITR Economics for predictive economic forecasting.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Crowe Studio: AI-native solutions business unit focused on transforming traditional professional services models, offering products like Crowe Y-Hire, Crowe AI Transformation, and Crowe Tax AI
• Crowe Y-Hire
• Crowe Insight
• Crowe Secure Information Exchange

Products and services

• Audit and Assurance Services
• Tax Services
• Advisory Services
• Consulting Services
• Crowe Studio
• Crowe Secure Information Exchange
• Crowe Y-Hire
• Crowe UAE Next-Gen SOC Services
• CMMC Joint Solution
• Crowe-LogicGate GRC Accelerators
• Crowe AI Lease Agent
• Crowe BGK GRC Platform
• Crowe Tax Data Platform

Quantifiable outcome

• 30-40% reduction in time business units spent on risk-related tasks after implementing ServiceNow GRC solution for Citizens Business Bank
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

AI capability21 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• AltavairminorOthers · 25 June 2026KKR made a $1.4 billion aircraft leasing commitment with Altavair as part of its broader investment strategy, alongside its equity investment in Crowe Advisory.
• CyleriancoreTechnology or Integration · 20 May 2026Crowe UAE announced a strategic partnership with Cylerian to launch a next-generation Security Operations Center offering threat detection, incident response, and continuous monitoring for mid-market and enterprise clients in the Middle East. The SOC leverages Cylerian's AI-native technology for real-time analysis.
• Thomson ReuterscoreTechnology or Integration · 19 May 2026Crowe adopted Thomson Reuters Additive, an AI-powered solution, to modernize K-1 processing operations. The technology reduces manual data extraction and enables faster and more accurate client insights. Crowe is an Elite Tier Thomson Reuters ONESOURCE Certified Implementer.
• Sage IntacctminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 7 May 2026Crowe UK became an accredited partner for Sage Intacct, a cloud financial management platform, to help organizations adopt the system and improve their financial operations.
• AlteryxcoreTechnology or Integration · 24 April 2026Crowe LLP implemented Alteryx's AI-ready data analytics platform to automate and modernize its tax practice operations. Over 250 tax professionals have been trained through the Alteryx Innovation Program, enabling self-service analytics and scalable automated workflows.
• Cyber Risk Institute (CRI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 March 2026Crowe LLP joined the Cyber Risk Institute as a Premium Innovator to enhance cyber risk management services for financial institutions. The collaboration integrates CRI tools into Crowe's offerings to improve compliance, efficiency, and risk reduction for over 2,900 clients.
• ServiceNowcoreTechnology or Integration · 13 March 2026Crowe and ServiceNow are partnering to help organizations create strategic alignment between IT, security, and risk through an integrated operating model, real-time visibility, and automated workflows. Crowe implements ServiceNow GRC solutions for financial institutions.
• LogicGatecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 February 2026Crowe and LogicGate announced a strategic alliance to deliver financial services GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) accelerators for banks and credit unions. The collaboration integrates Crowe's financial expertise with LogicGate's GRC platform, offering ready-to-deploy solutions reflecting real-world regulatory demands.
• Crowe Advisory Services India LLPcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 January 2026Crowe LLP announced a strategic investment in Crowe Advisory Services India LLP to expand consulting and advisory services in India. Both firms are independent members of Crowe Global. The transaction aims to leverage CAS's technical expertise and Crowe LLP's global resources to deliver enhanced solutions in one of the world's fastest-growing markets.
• Breton Services Comptables Inc.minorOthers · 1 January 2026Crowe BGK acquired Breton Services Comptables Inc., a Quebec-based accounting firm, effective January 1, 2026, as part of its strategic growth in Client Accounting Services.
• HITRUSTcoreTechnology or Integration · 18 December 2025Crowe LLP announced an expanded collaboration with HITRUST to help organizations advance third-party risk management programs by integrating HITRUST's security and AI certification platform into Crowe's TPRM offerings. The integration automates vendor cybersecurity and AI assessments.
• AcclimeminorOthers · 28 October 2025Acclime acquired Crowe's Singapore business, with over 100 professionals and 24 Partners and Directors joining Acclime, expanding its offerings in assurance, tax, advisory, M&A, and regulatory services.
• Oracle NetSuitecoreTechnology or Integration · 20 July 2025Crowe partners with Oracle NetSuite as a Solution Provider, offering implementation and consulting services for NetSuite ERP platforms. Crowe is investing in MCP development and positioned as a leader in AI integration frameworks for NetSuite.
• OpenAIcoreTechnology or Integration · 12 May 2025Crowe expanded firmwide AI access through OpenAI ChatGPT Enterprise, enabling scaled AI adoption across the firm for tax, audit, and advisory services.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves1 record

Direct peers

• FORVIS (formerly Dixon Hughes Goodman): FORVIS is the product of a major merger creating a top-10 US accounting firm with combined audit, tax, and advisory capabilities. Direct competitor to Crowe across all major service lines and client segments.
• BDO USA: BDO USA is a top-tier mid-market accounting and advisory firm with similar industry specializations (financial services, healthcare, manufacturing). Direct competitor for audit, tax, and consulting engagements serving mid-market and large privately held companies.
• RSM US: RSM US is the largest mid-tier US accounting and consulting firm, ranked ahead of Crowe on Accounting Today's Top 100 list. It competes head-to-head with Crowe across audit, tax, and advisory services for middle-market enterprises, and is the most direct comparable given shared client base and service portfolio.
• Grant Thornton US: Grant Thornton US is another top mid-tier accounting firm offering audit, tax, and advisory services to middle-market and larger enterprises. Highly comparable in scale, services, and target client segments to Crowe LLP.
• Moss Adams: Moss Adams is a major US accounting and consulting firm serving middle-market clients across industries including technology, life sciences, manufacturing, and financial services. Comparable peer with similar service mix, scale, and industry specializations to Crowe.
• Wipfli: Wipfli is a top-20 US accounting and consulting firm with strong industry specializations, particularly in manufacturing, financial services, and healthcare. Similar mid-market focus, private ownership structure, and growing technology/AI practice overlap with Crowe's services.
• Plante Moran: Plante Moran is a major US accounting, tax, and consulting firm serving middle-market companies with industry specializations overlapping Crowe's manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services practices. Closely comparable in firm size, ownership structure (private/partnership), and service mix.
• Baker Tilly US: Baker Tilly is a top-15 US accounting and advisory firm providing audit, tax, and consulting services to middle-market clients. Direct competitor with comparable industry coverage and a similar focus on advisory-led revenue growth.

Broad incumbents

• KPMG US: KPMG is one of the Big Four global accounting and consulting firms with full-service offerings spanning audit, tax, advisory, and consulting. A broader incumbent competitor with significantly greater scale than Crowe, competing primarily for larger enterprise and Fortune 500 engagements.
• Deloitte US: Deloitte is the largest US professional services firm and a Big Four member offering audit, tax, consulting, and advisory services. A broad incumbent that competes with Crowe across advisory, consulting, and tax but at significantly larger scale and broader capability scope.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Xx.com/CroweUSA
• Facebookfacebook.com/CroweUS

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A15 records

Investments

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