Our accounting firm was founded in November 1947 by Mark Beckman and Otto Hilt. In November 1953, Charles McCrate joined the firm. During the 1960s John DeLaet became a partner in the firm. The firm's name of McCrate, DeLaet and Co. was established after the death of Hilt in July 1966. The firm has grown steadily over the years and currently has over 25 employees.
Our service area includes Auglaize, Darke, Mercer, Miami, Montgomery, and Shelby Counties with our main office located in Sidney, Ohio. We also have office space available for use by appointment in Cassella, New Knoxville, and Versailles.
We have specialists in taxation (corporate and individual), accounting, auditing, business advisory services, and have experience in various industries including, but not limited to, agri-business, farming, construction, retail, trucking, nonprofits and various types of manufacturing.
McCrate, DeLaet & Company is built on a proud tradition of service, technical expertise, and innovative thinking.
Our staff's experience and credentials give our clients the depth of knowledge you'll find in a larger firm, while our dedication to superior customer service offers the personal, one-on-one approach for which smaller firms are known.
We are a firm that likes to get involved in the community where we work.
We have several staff members that have served on Boards of Organizations within the community.
We also like to give back through charity.
Work/Life Balance
Profit Sharing/Retirement Plan
Business Casual Dress
Life & Medical Insurance
Bonus Opportunities
Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Post busy season celebration and holiday parties
Flexible schedule options
Work from home
Many staff members have a diverse background with a wide range of expertise so you will be working with others who will encourage you and help you grow.
The firm utilizes cloud based software and electronic storage of client data so you will gain experience with paperless office environment.
There are multiple opportunities for networking with others within the firm and our community.
Our office recently completed a major renovation. Staff members now enjoy a full size kitchen and lunch room as well as a meeting/group room for in house training.