BDO USA, a prominent accounting firm headquartered in Chicago and boasting over 75 branches across the United States, has made the decision to close its Gardner office. The Gardner location, situated at 55 Lake St., holds historical significance as it was established in 1924, serving as the firm’s inaugural office in the New England region. However, recent developments indicate that the office has ceased its operations.

According to records from the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine, the Gardner office was an integral part of BDO’s presence in New England. However, attempts to access the office’s webpage now redirect users to information about the firm’s Boston office. With the closure of the Gardner office, BDO’s footprint in New England now primarily consists of its Boston office, alongside another location in Stamford, Connecticut.

Previously, the Gardner office boasted a robust local staff, comprising 320 employees, including 120 certified public accountants, as reported by BDO to the WBJ Research Department in 2023. Despite this significant workforce, details surrounding the closure remain sparse, as BDO has yet to provide further information in response to inquiries from the WBJ.

It’s worth noting that BDO USA operates under the ownership of BDO Global, a multinational company headquartered in Belgium, offering services across more than 100 countries worldwide. As the Gardner office shuts its doors, it marks the end of an era for the firm’s presence in the region, reflecting broader shifts within the accounting industry.”