Our Team

Jake Debus

Principal

Background & Experience

Jake Debus, Co-Chair of the Construction Services Group and Principal with KatzAbosch, joined the Firm in 2021. Jake brings over 15 years of public accounting experience in assurance, tax, and consulting services. He serves clients in the construction, government contracting, manufacturing, and architectural/engineering industries, with a particular niche serving closely held construction businesses. Jake advises clients on financial statement preparation, tax compliance and planning, budgeting and forecasting, and business consulting, helping them stay ahead of their tax obligations while positioning their businesses for long-term growth. 

Jake is also active in the construction community, serving as Treasurer and Board Member of the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA). Clients value Jake’s hands-on involvement, responsiveness, and strategic guidance he brings to every engagement. 

Education

University of Maryland College Park, Bachelor of Science in Accounting & Finance

Areas of Specialization

Jake provides a full range of tax and consulting services for clients, including: 

  • Tax planning and compliance for closely held and middle-market businesses (Forms 1065, 1120S, 1120, 1040) 
  • Compiled and reviewed financial statements 
  • Assurance advisory for financial reporting, bonding, and financing purposes 
  • Consulting and advisory services related to construction best practices and recordkeeping 
  • Employee benefit plan audits and advisory 
  • Government contract accounting and management consulting 
  • Budgeting and forecasting for construction and government contracting clients 
  • Business consulting for closely held and construction-industry businesses 

Professional Designations

  • Certified Public Accountant, 2013

Professional Affiliations and Civic Involvement