Smith + Howard Reviews

3.9

70% would recommend to a friend

(106 total reviews)

Sean C. Taylor

79% approve of CEO

81% positive business outlook

Smith + Howard has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 106 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Smith + Howard employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Finance industry (3.7 stars).

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106 reviews
1.0
5 July 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Best food,,, best transport and good employee activities

Cons

There is no job security, less appraisal no promotion for some of the employees u s team.Treats indian team as some extended office to cover up their work. They say the work is 22 eleven p m.But the busy session is busy.Around the half of the year, people who are working in audit and accounting taxation.They don't have life in busy season.Even after going home, we have to log in. Seating arrangement is not properly decided by the leadership.Every now and then seats getting changed. No proper designated office i saw many of my colleagues were terminated over night. First the HR put in PIP then slowly they take that person out of office over night. The leadership has to take a step back and think why they are playing with people's life. If the project was not supposed to continue then why take new employees for it, just to tell them go away? Some leadership also indulge in other teams break, they have issue with some people going on breaks. Please think over and treat employees well. More billable hours they want during busy season, journal allowances no OT, nothing apart from payroll that is also lesser then standardized rate in job market.

4.0
21 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Environment is good to work in the firm

Cons

Sometime the decision is not taken properly

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Smith + Howard Response
1w
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for highlighting the positive work environment at Smith Howard. Creating a culture where our people enjoy coming to work and feel supported is incredibly important to us. We also appreciate your comments regarding decision-making. As we've continued to grow and evolve, we recognize that there are times when decisions can be complex and opportunities exist to improve communication, consistency, and execution. Feedback like yours helps us continue to learn and get better. Thank you again for your contributions to the firm, and we wish you continued success in your career.
1.0
20 June 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

They have 11 paid holidays and parental leave.

Cons

Heath insurance is outrageously high for families. They don’t match on 401K. The firm is all about cross selling services to clients in other offices. Flexible PTO is just a way for them to not owe anyone paid time off. The expectation is employees will take less time off and when someone leaves they don’t have to pay them for earned PTO. Salaries are too low for the insurance premiums to be that high. They don’t care if people leave because they want a smaller payroll and they can force other people to work more hours with increases in billable hour requirements. If you are young, single, don’t go to the doctor, and can work 70 hrs a week, then this is the place for you.

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Smith + Howard Response
1w
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and for recognizing some of the benefits we offer, including paid holidays and parental leave. We understand that periods of significant growth and transformation are not for everyone. At Smith Howard, we have been transparent about our strategy to grow both organically and through acquisitions as we work toward our long-term vision. We also recognize that growth brings complexity and that integrating operations, systems, and cultures across multiple firms is a journey that requires thoughtful planning and continuous improvement. Regarding benefits and compensation, we know these are deeply personal topics and important factors in the employee experience. We regularly review our offerings to remain competitive and sustainable while continuing to invest in programs that support our people and their families. Finally, we respectfully disagree with the notion that we do not care when employees leave. Our people are, and always will be, our greatest asset. We remain committed to listening to feedback, improving communication, and creating an environment where our employees can build meaningful and rewarding careers. We appreciate your contributions during your time with the firm and wish you continued success in your future endeavors.
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