Experience
Hillary serves as the market managing partner for Citrin Cooperman’s DC Metro offices and is a partner in both the firm’s Commercial Tax Services Practice and Private Client Services Practice. As a seasoned CPA with more than two decades of experience, she offers guidance to privately held companies across government contracting, real estate, healthcare, hospitality, and technology—helping leaders navigate complex tax landscapes and make informed, strategic decisions.
In addition to her work with businesses, Hillary provides sophisticated consulting, income tax planning, and compliance services to high-net-worth individuals, offering guidance that blends technical expertise with a deep understanding of personal financial goals.
Before joining Citrin Cooperman, Hillary was a partner at an accounting firm in Reston, Virginia, where she delivered both audit and tax services to a diverse client base.
CREDENTIALS
Education
Bachelor of Accounting, University of Utah
Licenses
Certified Public Accountant in the State of Virginia
Affiliations
Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Member, Virginia Society of CPAs (VSCPA)
Honors & Awards
Named Washingtonian Magazine’s Top 2025 Financial Adviser
WORK-LIFE BALANCE
Community Involvement
Hillary was previously the treasurer for the not-for-profit food bank Food for Others from 2018-2023.
Outside the Office
In her free time, Hillary likes to travel with her husband and two boys – preferably to a beach or lake with lots of sunshine.
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