Mark Kashgegian, CPA
Partner, Client Services | Aprio
Who I work with
I work with CFOs, controllers and owners of restaurant franchises, multi-unit franchisees and restaurant groups based anywhere in the US. My clients include emerging and leading brands in the highly competitive quick service, fast casual and fine dining marketplaces. If you would like to work with an innovative, experienced restaurant CPA and growth partner, we should talk.
My specialty
My specialty is restaurant accounting including financial reporting, strategic business plans, transitional and family planning, and other business services focused on maximizing profitability. I have ~40 years of experience providing restaurant accounting solutions, tax and business advisory services. I am passionate about the restaurant business and helping clients realize greater satisfaction, fulfillment and business value from daily operations.
Results I have delivered
I continue to grow a team of restaurant accounting, tax and business consulting superstars who are recognized as national leaders in the franchise and restaurant accounting industry. We proudly serve 1,600+ McDonald’s and restaurant clients across 40 states.
Unique things about me
I studied meteorology before becoming a restaurant CPA. I led a service project in Armenia through the Fuller Center for Housing where I and 30 18-year-olds built a house for a homeless family. I love entertaining people and making them feel good, so I throw parties as often as I can, and make musical videos for my friends and family to celebrate special occasions,
When I am not at work
I love to cook and I have always wanted to open my own restaurant. So, I treat my kitchen as a restaurant and cook gourmet meals for family and friends who love to eat.. I’m a big golfer, traveler and Disney fan. I love to go on adventures and explore places, especially if that place is Disney World.
People say I am
People call me the “people partner” because I love spending time with my clients and teammates. I am a reliable, fun and personable restaurant CPA, who tells great stories and loves to entertain.
Affiliations
I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Accounting from Northeastern University in MA. I am a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the Massachusetts Society of CPAs (MassCPAs). I serve on the board of the Ronald McDonald House of Charities in Eastern New England, as well as the board of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association. I serve on the Parish Council of my church, and I’m a town meeting member in my home.