Robert F. Firely

Partner

"We measure our success by the success of our clients."

Robert F. Firely, CPA is the Partner in charge of Herbein’s accounting and auditing department. He is responsible for all aspects of services provided to clients in the service manufacturing, and wholesale distribution industries, as well as to nonprofits, colleges and local governments.

Bob provides audit and advisory services. Bob has performed various consulting projects including regulatory projects, industry benchmarking studies, economic impact engagements, product costing, gross margin studies, feasibility analyses, and fraud investigations.

Education and Certifications

Pennsylvania State University – B.S. Degree in Accounting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Pennsylvania and New York State

Organizations

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) – Member
Family Guidance Center – Past Board President
Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors (2010 – Present); Audit Committee Chair (2010 – Present)
Institute of Management Accountants – Past Member
Junior Achievement of Berks County – Past Classroom Consultant
Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) – Member; Member of Council; PICPA Foundation – Board of Directors; Members Services Committee; Vice Chair: Annual Fundraising luncheon
PKF Accounting and Auditing Committee – Chairman
Reading Area Community College, Accounting Advisory Committee – Member (2007-present)
Reading Chapter of the PICPA School and College Committee – Member
Reading Royals Charity Foundation – Past Treasurer

Beyond Herbein

Bob enjoys keeping up with his children’s activities.

Favorite Teams

Penn State Nittany Lions
Philadelphia Eagles

Hobby

Tennis

Best things about Herbein

People and the opportunities available for personal and professional growth