Joseph A. Odzer, CPA, MSTHe | HimManaging Director
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Overview
As Managing Director leading the ORBA team, Joe is focused on shaping and implementing ORBA’s strategic plan that propels innovation, expands service capabilities and fosters growth within the firm. In his leadership role, he guides the firm’s continued advancement in the shifting landscape of accounting, tax and advisory services while maintaining a focus on client service, promoting and developing employees to help improve clients’ bottom lines, and expanding on the firm’s workplace culture of diversity and inclusivity. Joe’s vision is to provide clients with practical solutions, unrivaled value and exceptional service.
Prior to his election as Managing Director, Joe was one of the firm’s tax specialists on a variety of corporate, partnership and individual tax issues.
Overview
As Managing Director leading the ORBA team, Joe is focused on shaping and implementing ORBA’s strategic plan that propels innovation, expands service capabilities and fosters growth within the firm. In his leadership role, he guides the firm’s continued advancement in the shifting landscape of accounting, tax and advisory services while maintaining a focus on client service, promoting and developing employees to help improve clients’ bottom lines, and expanding on the firm’s workplace culture of diversity and inclusivity. Joe’s vision is to provide clients with practical solutions, unrivaled value and exceptional service.
Prior to his election as Managing Director, Joe was one of the firm’s tax specialists on a variety of corporate, partnership and individual tax issues.
Proactive
Joe has a proven record of fostering growth, stability and innovation within the firm. His leadership style is collaborative, working with firm leaders to ensure seamless operations, and his guidance has been instrumental in the firm’s growth, as well as in the accolades that the firm has received. He also plays a significant role in coaching emerging leaders and Directors.
Outside of the Office
When time permits, Joe enjoys travelling.
Certifications & Licenses
- Certified Public Accountant
- Illinois Life and Health Insurance License
- Series 65 Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
Memberships & Affiliations
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Illinois CPA Society
Honors & Awards
- Joe was awarded an Elijah Watt Sells Award with high distinction from the AICPA for outstanding scores achieved on the Uniform Certified Public Accounting Examination
Education
- B.S., with honors, Accounting, University of Illinois at Chicago
- M.S., with distinction, Taxation, DePaul University
Blogs
Illinois Restaurant Association’s Update on “Happy Hour” Law
The Illinois Restaurant Association issued a press release earlier this week regarding an update to part of Illinois’ Liquor Control Act, also known as the “Happy Hour” law.
Kompai! Prosit! Na Zdrowie! Cheers! No matter how you say it, there is plenty to raise your glass about. The new tax law passed by Congress and signed by the President at the end of December provided for, amongst other nuggets, a payroll tax cut. Let me give you yet another excuse to raise your glass in toast by telling you how this will benefit us as taxpayers.
Client Alerts
Illinois Estimated Tax Payment Rules for 2020
As we previously reported, Illinois extended the filing and payment deadline for 2019 income tax returns to July 15, 2020. However, Illinois did not extend the due date for taxpayers who need to remit estimated tax payments for calendar year 2020.
News
Joseph A. Odzer, CPA, MST Appointed New Managing Director of ORBA
ORBA, one of Chicago’s largest independent accounting, tax and consulting firms, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joseph A. Odzer, CPA, MST as its new Managing Director.