Biography

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Josh A. Pollet, a Partner at Herbein + Company, Inc., has the distinction of becoming the third Herbein partner who began his career as an intern with the firm. After graduating from Pennsylvania State University, he joined Herbein's audit department in 2005 and was named to the firm partnership in 2017. Josh will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer in October 2025, following his successful tenure as leader of the firm's assurance practice. As a member of the executive committee, Josh has played a pivotal role in shaping Herbein's client service approach and long-term strategic direction.

Throughout his career, Josh has managed the audits of several of the firm's largest clients. He works primarily within the dairy, food, cooperatives, and manufacturing industries. His nearly two decades of experience in finance, strategic planning, and M&A advisory, combined with his deep understanding of Herbein's culture, provide exceptional qualifications for his role in guiding the firm's financial future.

Josh has addressed key financial measurements and cost accounting topics at various food and agricultural industry conferences. His knowledge of cooperative operations has led him to speak at the National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives (NSAC) national conference. 

Josh was named one of the 40 young professionals in the Lehigh Valley Business 2018 Forty Under 40. He was selected for his commitment to business growth, professional excellence, and community involvement.

Outside Herbein, Josh enjoys traveling, playing golf, and spending time with his wife and daughters.


Focused On

  • Accounting and financial reporting
  • Mergers & acquisitions
  • Financial planning and analysis
  • Tax planning
  • Cooperatives
  • Dairy
  • Manufacturing & Distribution

Education & Certifications

  • Pennsylvania State University - B.S. Degree in Accounting (2004)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Involvement

  • Allinial Global - Firm Member; National A&A Committee - Member
  • Allinial Global - Chair of Quality Standards Committee
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) - Member
  • Future Business Leaders of America - Past member
  • Greater Reading Young Professionals network - Past member and active in current events
  • National Society of Accountants for Cooperatives (NSAC) - Member; Accounting and Auditing Committee - former Chair; NSAC Capitol Chapter - former Vice President
  • Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) - Member; Accounting and Auditing Committee, Reading Chapter - Member
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