Josh Richards

As a member of the firm’s healthcare team, I have had the privilege of serving community-based hospitals and large multihospital health systems for nearly two decades. In addition to providing assurance and attest services, I help clients navigate new accounting implementations, reimbursement-related projects, and bond issuances.

Early in my career, I discovered how much I enjoy working with healthcare organizations. I value serving clients who are professional, mission-driven, and committed to supporting organizations that are essential to the communities they serve. I am also fortunate to work alongside a talented, technically strong internal team that genuinely cares about our clients’ best interests and brings incredible energy and perspective to the work they do. These qualities drew me to the industry, and I have never looked back.

I believe one of the keys to my success is my ability to bring practical, real-world solutions to client challenges while taking the time to understand the whole person behind the work. I also try to bring a sense of humor and approachability to every situation, which helps build strong relationships and keep teams moving forward.

I frequently author thought leadership on emerging accounting and regulatory trends and regularly speak with clients and at industry conferences about new accounting developments.

I am a member of the AICPA, the Michigan Association of CPAs, and the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA), where I currently serve as past president of the Michigan Great Lakes Chapter. I received my B.S.B.A. in accounting from Central Michigan University and have also served on the Central Michigan University Alumni Board.

Outside of work, I enjoy listening to a wide variety of business podcasts, playing and coaching sports with my kids, working out, and golfing.