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Ariel Chester, CPA, MAcc

Manager, Tax

Contact Information

Chicago, IL
achester@cohencpa.com
312.277.7234
  • Federal Tax Planning & Compliance
  • M&A Advisory
  • Private Companies
  • Private Equity
  • Tax Services
  • Transaction Services
  • Transaction Tax Planning

Ariel enjoys making genuine connections with everyone she meets. Her optimistic, outgoing personality coupled with her attention to detail and work ethic make each engagement a positive experience for clients and service teams alike.

Ariel gained five years of experience at a Big 4 firm, specializing in asset wealth management tax compliance and transaction services. She uses her compliance and transactional expertise to work with both private equity companies and private companies. Ariel’s focus remains on providing value by meticulously helping all clients plan and deploy efficient tax strategies.

  • Illinois CPA Society
  • American Institute of CPAs
  • American Heart Association (Volunteer)
  • Bottom Line (Volunteer)

Living in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, Ariel loves trying new restaurants, going to local professional sports games, hitting the links and attending any type of musical concert. She spends her time away from the office traveling with friends and family, her favorite trip being to the Greek islands and the Amalfi Coast of Italy.

Credentials & Education

  • Certified Public Accountant (Illinois)
  • Master of Accountancy with a specialization in taxation, University of Iowa
  • B.B.A. in accounting, University of Iowa
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