US-based tax and advisory firm Smith + Howard has acquired Hagler & Brocato in Alabama and Byrne|Zizzi in Mississippi to further expand its Southeastern footprint.
Financial details of the transactions were not disclosed.
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Hagler & Brocato is a certified public accounting firm based in Hoover, Alabama. Its services include accounting, tax planning and preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and business consulting.
Hagler & Brocato founder Charles C. “Clay” Hagler said: “Joining Smith + Howard represents an exciting opportunity for our clients and our team.
“We’ve built our reputation on providing personalised service and trusted guidance. This partnership allows us to preserve those relationships while giving our clients access to a much broader range of resources, specialised expertise, and advisory capabilities.”
Byrne|Zizzi is headquartered in Tupelo, Mississippi. The firm provides tax planning and compliance, client accounting and advisory services, business consulting, and business valuation.
The acquisitions expand Smith + Howard’s existing presence in Alabama and give the company a foothold in Mississippi.
The acquisitions are the firm’s fourth and fifth additions in 2026.
Smith + Howard CEO Sean Taylor said: “These acquisitions build on the momentum of welcoming TPG Growth as our strategic partner and reflect our commitment to building a leading national firm through partnerships with exceptional regional businesses.
“Hagler & Brocato and Byrne|Zizzi bring outstanding talent, trusted client relationships, and deep local expertise.
“With TPG Growth’s support, we’re accelerating our expansion while investing in the people, technology, and capabilities that will drive long-term value for our clients.”
In January, Smith + Howard acquired South Carolina public accounting firm Bauknight Pietras & Stormer.
