SHREVEPORT, La. — Heard, McElroy & Vestal has been recognized as a 2026 Regional Leader for the Gulf Coast by Accounting Today, as part of the publication’s annual Top 100 Firms and Regional Leaders report.
“This recognition reflects the trust our clients place in us and the dedication our people bring to serving them every day,” Managing Partner Roy Prestwood said. “Since 1946, HMV has remained focused on delivering practical guidance that helps clients move forward and on investing in our communities through the relationships we build and the organizations we support.”
The firm, which is marking 80 years of operation, provides tax planning and preparation, audit and assurance, business valuation, retirement plan services and advisory support. It operates offices in Shreveport and Monroe, Louisiana, and Longview, Texas.
The Accounting Today rankings, published by Arizent, evaluate firms nationwide and highlight regional performance and growth. The Gulf Coast region in the 2026 report includes Alabama, Florida, Louisiana and Mississippi.
Heard, McElroy & Vestal reported three offices, 23 partners and more than 170 employees in the latest rankings.