PKF O’Connor Davies Announces New Paid Parental Leave Policy
New York, NY (PRWEB) December 20, 2016 -- PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP, the nation’s 26th largest accounting and advisory firm, announced today its new paid parental leave policy. As of Jan. 1, 2017, employees will be eligible for up to four weeks of paid leave in the 12 months following the birth of a child, adopting or fostering a child or becoming a child’s legal guardian.
“The well-being of our employees is a critical part of our culture and is paramount to our firm,” said Kevin Keane, Managing Partner. “We are at our best when our employees can achieve their professional goals and find fulfillment in their personal lives. The firm’s new paid leave policy demonstrates the high value we place on creating the kind of environment where our people can truly succeed in both. By striking that balance, our team is able to drive greater value for our clients.”
Under the new policy, employees eligible for full- and part-time benefits can request parental leave of up to 20 paid days during the 12 months following the event. The time can be taken as a block or in increments throughout the year.
“At PKF O’Connor Davies, you find professionals who are not only experts in their chosen fields but impactful members of their communities,” said Dawn Perri, Chief Human Resources Officer. “This new policy offers employees the flexibility to take time to be with their families when it’s most valuable to them. It’s the next step in our mission to provide our people with the support and resources they need to thrive professionally and personally.”
About PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP
PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP is a full service Certified Public Accounting and advisory firm with a long history of serving clients both domestically and internationally. With roots tracing to 1891, 10 offices in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Maryland, and more than 600 professionals, led by over 100 partners, the Firm provides a complete range of accounting, auditing, tax and management advisory services.
PKF O’Connor Davies is ranked number 26 in Accounting Today’s 2016 “Top 100 Firms” list and the Firm is also recognized as a “Leader in Audit and Accounting,” a “Pacesetter in Growth” and one of the “Top Firms in the Mid-Atlantic.” PKF O’Connor Davies is ranked number 29 in INSIDE Public Accounting’s 2015 “Top 100 Firms” list and recognized as one of the “Top Ten Fastest-Growing Firms." In 2016, PKF O'Connor Davies was named one of Vault's Accounting 50, a ranking of the 50 best accounting employers to work for in North America, and ranked among the top 50 most prestigious accounting firms in America in a complementary Vault survey. The Firm is the 11th largest accounting firm in the New York Metropolitan area, according to Crain’s New York Business, and was named the 10th top accounting firm in New Jersey according to NJBiz’s 2016 rankings.
By consistently delivering proactive, thorough and efficient service, PKF O'Connor Davies has built long-lasting, valuable relationships with its clients. Partners are intimately involved in the day-to-day management of engagements, ensuring a high degree of client service and cost effectiveness. The Firm’s seasoned professional staff members employ a team approach to all engagements to provide clients with the utmost quality and timely services aimed at helping them succeed. Continuity of staffing and attention to detail in all client engagements make the Firm stand out among its competitors.
PKF O’Connor Davies is the lead North American representative of the international association of PKF member firms. PKF International is a network of legally independent member firms providing accounting and business advisory services in 440 locations in 150 countries around the world. With its tradition, experience and focus on the future, PKF O’Connor Davies is ready to help clients meet today’s ever-changing economic conditions and manage the growing complexities of the regulatory environment. For more information, visit http://www.PKFOD.com.
Kathleen O'Toole, PKF O'Connor Davies, http://www.odpkf.com/, +1 914.341.7076, [email protected]
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