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Manufacturing, Distribution and Retail

Manufacturing, Distribution and Retail

Industrious advice from manufacturing to marketplace.
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Overview

It’s never business as usual in the evolving realm of manufacturing, distribution and retail. As companies strive to remain viable and to grow, they rely on Friedman LLP to help them maximize tax savings, minimize operating costs and optimize financial performance.

Manufacturers, distributors and retailers face new challenges every day, including increasing compliance requirements, difficulties in importing and exporting, ongoing technology advances, and greater competition for sales, resources and personnel. Friedman’s accounting, tax and consulting services help you navigate complex challenges in every corner of your business. 

We work with clients across all related industry sectors, including:

  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution
  • Retail/eCommerce
  • Import/Export
  • Industrial Products
  • Consumer Products—including fashion, diamond and jewelry, electronics, home, beauty, food and beverage, toys and more

What separates us:

Longevity, wisdom and experience. With roots dating to 1924, Friedman has provided manufacturing, distribution and retail clients with comprehensive accounting, tax and consulting services for nearly a century. Many of our professionals have worked in manufacturing, distribution and retail; their insight gives your business a distinct competitive advantage.
Specialized expertise. Bringing deep experience in an array of specialized areas—including state and local tax, international tax and M&A, we’ve got you covered no matter the need.

Valued industry and business contacts. Our contacts and resources within key financial and business circles allow us to connect you with lenders, consultants and attorneys to support your operations.

High-touch service and care. Our partners and senior staff are actively involved in adding value to your business on a daily basis. We listen; communicate with you frequently and directly; collaborate internally and with your team; and work to help you resolve issues in a timely manner.

Financial insights. We provide thought leadership in all areas that impact your business through alerts, newsletters, webinars, research studies and more.

Set your sights on manufacturing strong financial performance, today and tomorrow. Connect with a member of the Manufacturing, Distribution & Retail team, or contact us.

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Friedman’s accounting and audit, tax and consulting services help manufacturing, distribution and retail clients achieve measurable success.

Business Consulting

  • Strategic Planning
  • Business Structure and Operations
  • Financing
  • Corporate Governance and Risk Management
  • Industry Benchmarking and Performance Metrics
  • Qualified Opportunity Zones
  • Cybersecurity

Tax Panning and Compliance

  • Corporate and Business Tax Planning
  • State and Local Tax Compliance
  • International Tax Planning and Reporting
  • Tax Controversy Consulting
  • Individual Tax Advisory
  • Transfer Price Consulting

Mergers, Acquisitions and Public Offerings

  • Deal Negotiation and Structuring
  • Due Diligence
  • Business Valuation Services
  • Divestiture and Exit Strategy Assessment

Fraud Detection and Prevention

  • Forensic Accounting
  • Internal Controls Assessment, including Cyber Protection
  • Expert Testimony

Succession and Estate Planning

  • Captive Insurance Opportunities
  • Tax-Effective Gifting Programs
  • Valuations
  • ESOP Planning and Reporting
  • Other Planning Techniques to Achieve Your Specific Goals

Accounting, Audit and Assurance

  • Audits and Financial Reporting
  • Feasibility Forecasts
  • Budgetary Analyses and Expense Management
  • Internal Control Assessment
  • Employee Benefit Plans
  • Public Company Services
  • International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Agreed-Upon Procedures

Insights & Events

  • October 4, 2019 NJMEP Manufacturing Day 2019

    Friedman is proud to be a gold sponsor of NJMEP Manufacturing Day 2019! The event will bring together manufactures, students, supporters...

    Read more
  • September 18, 2017 3 Must-Know Tips to Continue Serving Clients Facing Credit/Bankruptcy Risk

    Is your business accurately protecting themselves from large clients facing credit and bankruptcy risk? Audit senior manager, Thomas Miranda shares...

    Read more
  • September 5, 2017 Because They’re Happy…

    “Happy accountants make for happy clients.” That’s the driving force behind Friedman LLP’s people-centric philosophy. Mann Publication’s Fashion Manuscript featured...

    Read more
  • January 27, 2017 Restoring Financial Health to the Diamond & Jewelry Industry

    Diminishing profits, tightened lending and the sometimes burdensome demands for governance and transparency continue to be key challenges affecting the...

    Read more
  • September 18, 2017 3 Must-Know Tips to Continue Serving Clients Facing Credit/Bankruptcy Risk

    Is your business accurately protecting themselves from large clients facing credit and bankruptcy risk? Audit senior manager, Thomas Miranda shares...

    Read more
  • September 5, 2017 Because They’re Happy…

    “Happy accountants make for happy clients.” That’s the driving force behind Friedman LLP’s people-centric philosophy. Mann Publication’s Fashion Manuscript featured...

    Read more
  • January 27, 2017 Restoring Financial Health to the Diamond & Jewelry Industry

    Diminishing profits, tightened lending and the sometimes burdensome demands for governance and transparency continue to be key challenges affecting the...

    Read more
  • December 10, 2015 What We Can Learn from the 2015 Customer Deductions Benchmark Study

    In a perfect world, product deliveries would never arrive late, contain shortages, or be mislabeled. But we do not live...

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  • May 29, 2015 Fashion Sense - May 2015

    If you have any questions about the contents of this issue, please e-mail Co-Managing Partner of Friedman LLP and Partner-in-Charge of the Fashion Services Group Harriet Greenberg at HGreenberg@friedmanllp.com.  

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  • February 23, 2015 Fashion Sense - February 2015

    If you have any questions about the contents of this issue, please e-mail Co-Managing Partner of Friedman LLP and Partner-in-Charge of...

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  • October 4, 2019 NJMEP Manufacturing Day 2019

    Friedman is proud to be a gold sponsor of NJMEP Manufacturing Day 2019! The event will bring together manufactures, students, supporters...

    Read more
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  • Harriet Greenberg
    Harriet Greenberg
    CPA, PFS, Co-Managing Partner
    hgreenberg@friedmanllp.comp 212.842.7570
    f  212.842.7571
  • Michael Sacco
    Michael Sacco
    CPA, Partner
    msacco@friedmanllp.comp 212.842.7032
    f  212.842.7001
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