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Rebecca Makely

CPA Partner, Lead, OASyS Real Estate

Get to Know Me

Rebecca Makely is a partner leading the Firm’s Outsourced Accounting Systems and Services (OASyS) offerings for the Real Estate industry.

She brings over 20 years of professional experience delivering outsourced accounting solutions to a diverse client base, with a focus on real estate, family offices and companies in the industrial and consumer products sectors.

She is an active member of the Women of Withum (WoW) team member resource group, supporting professional development and networking initiatives that empower women to succeed and grow in the Firm and profession.

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Learn more about my professional experience and how I spend my time outside the firm.

Education:

  • BS Accounting, The College of New Jersey

Professional Affiliations:

  • Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Member, New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA)

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What Your Year-End Close Says About Your Finance Function

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What to Expect During Your First 90 Days with Outsourced Accounting

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Outsourced Accounting FAQ: What to Know Before You Start

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