Eccezion Included Among 2026 IPA Top 400 Firms

Published On: August 17th, 2026Categories: Accounting, Company News, Press Release
Eccezion Top 400 Firms 2026

McHenry, IL – Eccezion, a full-service CPA, business consulting, technology, and marketing services firm, is pleased to announce that it has been included among the 2026 INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA) 400 firms. Eccezion ranked #400 in this year’s IPA 500, up 15 spots from 2025.

IPA publishes the IPA 500 each year, ranking the 500 largest accounting firms in the United States by net revenue. For Eccezion, the recognition is an opportunity to acknowledge the people and relationships behind the firm’s continued growth.

“Reaching #400 on the IPA Top 500 list is an exciting milestone for Eccezion and a reflection of the continued growth we’ve experienced as a firm,” says  Shelly Spata, Managing Partner. “We’re incredibly proud of our dedicated team, whose commitment to providing exceptional service and finding innovative solutions for our clients continues to drive us forward. Most importantly, we’re grateful for the trust our clients place in us year after year. Their confidence in our team is what makes this growth possible, and we look forward to continuing to build on this momentum together.”

INSIDE Public Accounting’s IPA 500 ranks the 500 largest accounting firms in the United States by net revenue using data submitted through the IPA Practice Management Survey. Access the full 2026 IPA Top 500 rankings here.

About Eccezion

Located in McHenry, IL, Eccezion is a leading accounting, technology, and marketing service provider with a focus on delivering strategic marketing solutions that align with business goals. Eccezion serves a wide range of clients, from small businesses to medium enterprises. The firm prides itself on its ability to offer tailored marketing solutions that help businesses streamline operations, enhance performance, and drive growth.

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About the Author: Shelly Spata, CPA

Shelly Spata joined the firm in 1998. She now serves as the Managing Partner of the firm. "As a business owner myself, I understand the complexities and challenges business owners face, and I strive to add value by helping clients understand their financial statements, manage tax consequences, and clearly see the financial and tax ramifications — both positive and negative — of decisions they make," she explains. "Without good financial information, it’s like driving a car blind, but with good information, clients are able to maximize profits."