Cherry Bekaert

A Tax Partner with more than 25 years of experience in the area of taxation, Ron serves a diverse client base including multi-national, public and closely held companies. Clients who depend on Ron’s guidance inhabit a number of industries including manufacturing, distribution, technology and life sciences, real estate and construction, and private equity. Based in the Firm’s Raleigh office, Ron guides clients through a number of taxation matters including international and domestic tax, provisions, FIN 48, tax controversy and complex transactional matters. A leader of Cherry Bekaert’s Federal Credits & Incentives practice, Ron has extensive practical experience bringing value to clients.

Prior to joining Cherry Bekaert, Ron was a Tax Partner with an international firm for ten years, followed by several years with a regional firm. During his career, Ron spent seven years in a national tax role in Washington, D.C., focusing on domestic and international tax issues, mergers and acquisitions and IRS tax controversy matters.

Areas of Expertise

• Federal/State Credits/Incentives/Grants – Energy/Manufacturing/Technology
• Research & Development Credits
• Accounting Methods
• Tax Provision/ASC 740
• Tax Policy & Procedures

Professional Involvement

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Tax Division
• National Association of Manufacturer’s (NAM) Tax Steering/Policy Committee
• NAM R&D Credit Coalition
• C Corporations/ASC 740 Working Group
• North Carolina Technology Association

Community Involvement

• Board Member, North Carolina College Trustee Association
• Trustee, Wake Tech Community College
• Board Member, NCSU College of Management
• Board Member, Triangle United Way