Houston, TX — March 9, 2026 — McConnell Jones, recognized as the largest African American‑owned CPA firm in the U.S., is pleased to announce the appointment of William A. Taylor, Jr. as Managing Partner, effective at the conclusion of a structured two-year transition period. Upon completion of this transition, Wayne McConnell, the current Managing Partner, will assume the role of Chairman.
Currently serving as a Tax Partner, William brings extensive leadership experience, technical expertise, and a strong commitment to client service and community engagement. The transition period is designed to ensure continuity of leadership, maintain the firm’s strategic momentum, and support a seamless transfer of responsibilities.
“This evolution reflects our commitment to thoughtful succession planning and long-term stability for our firm and our clients,” said Wayne. “William has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep understanding of our firm’s culture, values, and strategic direction. He exhibits a high degree of self-awareness, adeptly integrating analytical and intuitive approaches in his decision-making. Having successfully built and led his own firm for 25 years, Taylor CPA & Associates (TCPA), William consistently exhibits the entrepreneurial acumen and operational proficiency essential for steering our business forward. I am confident he will continue to build on the strong foundation we have established.”
During this transition period, William will continue to work closely with firm leadership to undertake expanded responsibilities. He will focus on strategic growth, talent development, infrastructure expansion, and continued delivery of high-quality service to clients across industries. This includes strengthening the firm’s operational capabilities and investing in our people and technology to reinforce long-term success. Importantly, William’s current clients can rest assured that they will continue to receive the same exceptional level of service they have come to expect, with no interruption or reduction in attention or support during this leadership succession. “I appreciate the trust and confidence the firm has placed in me,” said William. “McConnell Jones has a longstanding legacy of excellence, integrity, and service. I look forward to working alongside our team, continuing to advance the firm’s mission while supporting our clients and communities.
About McConnell Jones
McConnell Jones is a nationally recognized CPA firm providing tailored audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services across a broad range of industries. The firm has been recognized on INSIDE Public Accounting’s (IPA) Top 300 list for four consecutive years and currently ranks No. 223 among more than 50,000 CPA firms nationwide. McConnell Jones is also in the Top 3% of firms performing Employee Benefit Plan (EBP) audits and is the largest majority African American owned public accounting firm in the U.S. With a client-first approach, McConnell Jones delivers comprehensive, high‑quality solutions and exceptional value. The firm offers strategic tax planning and advisory services to businesses, individuals, and high net worth families, and partners with corporations, nonprofits, higher education institutions, and government agencies to mitigate risk, ensure compliance, and achieve sustainable results through hands-on service and deep industry expertise.
At McConnell Jones, we recognize that our people and our clients are our most valuable assets. To uphold high standards and ensure long-term success, the firm has implemented a firmwide succession plan with defined roles and responsibilities, supported by ongoing training and leadership development. This approach strengthens governance, empowers our team to grow, and positions McConnell Jones for scalable growth while continuing to serve clients nationwide with consistency and excellence.
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