Good work environment, but decision-making needs improvement - Analyst Smith + Howard Employee Review

4.0
21 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Environment is good to work in the firm

Cons

Sometime the decision is not taken properly

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Smith + Howard Response
1w
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for highlighting the positive work environment at Smith Howard. Creating a culture where our people enjoy coming to work and feel supported is incredibly important to us. We also appreciate your comments regarding decision-making. As we've continued to grow and evolve, we recognize that there are times when decisions can be complex and opportunities exist to improve communication, consistency, and execution. Feedback like yours helps us continue to learn and get better. Thank you again for your contributions to the firm, and we wish you continued success in your career.

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5.0
19 Mar 2026
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Pros

*Fast growing company (#9 overall nationally in 2026) *Management & C-Suite are easily approachable *Top notch experts across multiple service lines *Fun company wide events and volunteer opportunities *Multiple career growth paths across the firm

Cons

Nothing to say at this time

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Smith + Howard Response
2mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience—we appreciate it. We’re glad to hear you’ve experienced our collaborative culture, approachable leadership, and the opportunities for growth across the firm. Creating an environment where our people can thrive, connect, and build meaningful careers is a priority for us. We’re also happy to see our events and community involvement making an impact—those moments matter. Thank you for being part of Smith Howard.
1.0
20 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

They have 11 paid holidays and parental leave.

Cons

Heath insurance is outrageously high for families. They don’t match on 401K. The firm is all about cross selling services to clients in other offices. Flexible PTO is just a way for them to not owe anyone paid time off. The expectation is employees will take less time off and when someone leaves they don’t have to pay them for earned PTO. Salaries are too low for the insurance premiums to be that high. They don’t care if people leave because they want a smaller payroll and they can force other people to work more hours with increases in billable hour requirements. If you are young, single, don’t go to the doctor, and can work 70 hrs a week, then this is the place for you.

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Smith + Howard Response
1w
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for recognizing some of the benefits we offer, including paid holidays and parental leave. We understand that periods of significant growth and transformation are not for everyone. At Smith Howard, we have been transparent about our strategy to grow both organically and through acquisitions as we work toward our long-term vision. We also recognize that growth brings complexity and that integrating operations, systems, and cultures across multiple firms is a journey that requires thoughtful planning and continuous improvement. Regarding benefits and compensation, we know these are deeply personal topics and important factors in the employee experience. We regularly review our offerings to remain competitive and sustainable while continuing to invest in programs that support our people and their families. Finally, we respectfully disagree with the notion that we do not care when employees leave. Our people are, and always will be, our greatest asset. We remain committed to listening to feedback, improving communication, and creating an environment where our employees can build meaningful and rewarding careers. We appreciate your contributions during your time with the firm and wish you continued success in your future endeavors.
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