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From the beginning, Maxwell Locke & Ritter’s founders — Earl Maxwell, Tom Locke and Mark Ritter — were determined to establish a new kind of CPA firm. Knowing there was a way to practice public accounting that increased employee satisfaction, they focused on founding a unique company culture, where people looked forward to spending their time in the workplace.
This set the stage for our culture today, one that is focused on helping employees reach their potential, while providing exceptional service to clients and the community.
Our firm’s culture creates an exceptionally low turnover rate, which means clients consistently receive experienced advice, and that our employees draw from each others’ experience to work strongly as a team. Our culture is in the best interest of both our people and our clients.
Great values, great clients, care about our community and bright people with strong values.
I don’t have to choose between a healthy home life, being a contributing member of my community and a successful career, rather, I am encouraged and supported to find a balance that works for my life as a whole.
There is a strong commitment to the community and ML&R encourages active involvement by its people.
If you are going to work in public accounting, MLR is far and away the best place to work. The firm’s commitment to family and community is unparalleled.
ML&R is a special place, and our core values are alive in all levels of the company. Our leaders truly believe that their people are their best asset and involve them in creating and improving new processes.
To help our people and clients achieve their goals
Operating as one firm, collectively working toward common goals
Encouraging open communication
Creating an environment where people are motivated by empowerment
Serving our clients with the highest regard for competency, compassion and courtesy
Committing ourselves and living up to our commitments
Treating everyone with honesty, dignity and respect
Participating actively in the community
No success at work is worth failure at home
We are dedicated to providing a workplace that promotes the health of our employees. Our Wellness Team provides opportunities for employees to participate together in programs that improve their overall activity-levels, nutrition and mindfulness. Our programs include resources for new moms, discounted and free gym memberships, small group personal training classes, in-house yoga and various monthly activity challenges, outings and speakers.
Quality Supplier Service Award from Austin White Lime Company
Austin Partners in Education Hall of Fame
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Austin Partners in Education Employers Support Parenting Award
Austin Chapter of Texas Society of CPAs – Firm Special Recognition
Austin Chapter of Texas Society of CPAs – Firm Special Recognition
Austin Software Council – The Connector Award
Texas Society of CPAs Lone Star Pathfinder Award
Austin Chapter of Texas Society of CPAs—President’s Award
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Austin Mayor and City Council – Distinguished Service Award
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Austin, TX 78701
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Round Rock, TX 78664
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