The Story
Schneider Downs has been a pillar of Pittsburgh's professional services community since 1956. Ranking among the 60 largest public accounting firms in the United States and the fourth-largest in Western Pennsylvania, the firm delivers tax, audit, accounting, advisory, and consulting services from its offices at One PPG Place.
The firm serves a diverse client base -- Fortune 500 companies, regional businesses, nonprofits, startups, and individual clients across six states. Their expertise spans SOC reporting, business consulting, assurance, private client services, and retirement solutions, making them a one-stop resource for complex financial needs.
Led by Co-Managing Shareholders Chris McElroy and Steven Thompson, Schneider Downs has earned the 2026 Best of Accounting Award for remarkable client service. The firm's growth over seven decades reflects its ability to evolve with the market while maintaining the personal attention that Pittsburgh businesses expect.
What Makes It Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh's business community is built on relationships, and Schneider Downs has thrived by delivering the kind of attentive, personalized service that the city values -- even as the firm has grown to national prominence.