23 JUL 2025 / PEOPLE UPDATES

Laura LaPeer Appointed CFO at UHY to Drive Strategic Growth

- MYCPE ONE Insights Team

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Farmington Hills-based accounting firm, UHY LLP, has appointed Laura LaPeer as its new Chief Financial Officer. This move aims to strengthen financial leadership and support growth at the firm, with LaPeer set to take charge of enhancing accounting functions, transactional support, and executive reporting across UHY's offices.

Farmington Hills-based UHY LLP has announced the appointment of Laura LaPeer as Chief Financial Officer, marking a strategic move to bolster financial leadership as the firm continues to grow. LaPeer will operate from the firm’s Farmington Hills, Michigan office and report directly to executive leadership.

With over 25 years of experience in finance and accounting, LaPeer brings a strong track record from previous CFO roles, including at a top 20 accounting firm. She will focus on enhancing firmwide accounting functions, transactional support, and executive reporting, while also mentoring finance talent across UHY’s national offices.

“I enjoy helping leaders make smart, strategic decisions through accurate, timely financial insights,” said LaPeer. “Developing strong teams and supporting managers is a core part of how we sustain success.”

CEO Steve McCarty emphasized that LaPeer’s leadership will be instrumental in helping UHY navigate the evolving middle-market landscape. With UHY reporting FY23 revenue of $385.5 million, the addition of a high-caliber CFO positions the firm to scale operations, improve internal efficiencies, and support client delivery with sharper financial insight.

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