Heather Koepenick, <span class="title">CPA</span>

Heather Koepenick, CPAShe | HerSenior Tax Manager

P 312.670.7444 | F 312.670.8301

As a Senior Tax Manager in the Firm’s Tax Group, Heather Koepenick brings extensive experience in complex federal, multi-state income and franchise tax returns and advisory for individuals, partnerships and corporations. Her expertise includes strategic tax planning, compliance and advanced knowledge of tax law and regulations. She serves a wide range of clientele, including high-net-worth individuals, law firms, physician groups, commercial and residential property owners and hospitality businesses. Her clients span industries such as real estate, retail, software and professional services.

With a strong focus on income tax planning and strategy for individuals and corporations, Heather promotes proactive tax optimization strategies aimed at minimizing tax burdens. Her proficiency extends to complex tax calculations, such as accounting method changes, like-kind exchanges, multi-state apportionments, step-ups, deferred taxes and tax credits. Additionally, she excels in the preparation of fixed asset schedules and the application of accelerated cost recovery techniques, including the IRC Code Section 179D deduction.

She provides business consulting services such as agency registrations, initial setup and ongoing accounting. Her skills in business accounting include bank reconciliations, payroll filings and taxes, sales and use tax, property tax, budgeting, compensation plans, accounts receivable, accounts payable and compilations.

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Firm News

05.09.25

ORBA Recognized with Workplace Culture Excellence Award at BDO Alliance USA EVOLVE 2025 Conference
CHICAGO – ORBA, one of Chicago’s premier public accounting firms, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Workplace Culture Excellence Award for 2025, presented by the BDO Alliance USA. The BDO Alliance Workplace Culture Award is an honor that celebrates firms that cultivate exceptional employee engagement, provide meaningful growth opportunities and prioritize well-being across the board.

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Guides

ORBA will gladly provide you with hard copies of the useful guides listed below. Select which guides you would like to receive and submit the form below.

  • Tax Pocket Guide
  • Tax Planning Guide
  • Records Retention Schedule
  • Auto, Travel & Business Log

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