Michael R. Hackett, CPA

Tax Partner & Practice Leader

As the leader of our tax group, Mike provides tax compliance and consulting services to a wide range of client groups including family-owned businesses, closely held investment partnerships, widely held corporations and private equity structures. He is also one of the firm’s leaders in providing tax services to complex tax structures that require elements of strong technical application as well as practical solutions to help the business and its owners focus on what’s important to them. Overall, Mike strives to ensure that our client’s tax strategy aligns with their ultimate economic and operational goals.

Mike came to the firm in 2014 from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP in Boston, MA where he was a member of the core tax and international tax groups for five years. Prior to PricewaterhouseCoopers, Mike graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Corporate Finance and Accounting and a Master’s in Taxation from Bentley University.

Mike is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Vermont Society of Certified Public Accountants (VTCPA), and currently serves on the board of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce.

Mike resides in Williston, Vermont, with his wife Erin, son George and dog Tiger. When he’s not plugged in at work, he’s either chasing his little rascals, on his bicycle, or in the kitchen.

  • Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Corporate Finance and Accounting
  • Master’s degree in Taxation from Bentley University
  • Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Member of the Vermont Society of Certified Public Accountants (VTCPA)
  • Board member, Vermont Chamber of Commerce