Windes Expands Tax Expertise with Seasoned Partner Jenny Rong

Windes, a leading California accounting and advisory firm, has significantly strengthened its tax practice with the addition of Jenny Rong as a Partner in its Tax Department. Rong brings over 14 years of high-level tax expertise, primarily gained from her previous role as a tax director at a Big 4 accounting firm.

With a specialized background in federal and state income tax compliance, Rong's professional portfolio encompasses a diverse range of sectors including real estate, private equity, hospitality, professional services, manufacturing, transportation, SaaS, and wholesale/retail industries. Her strategic consulting services extend to partnerships, S corporations, and high-net-worth individuals, with particular proficiency in domestic and cross-border transactions.

Rong's professional credentials are robust, featuring a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Hunter College and a Master of Business Taxation from the University of Southern California. Her certifications include being a Certified Public Accountant, and she maintains active memberships in both the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the California Society of Certified Public Accountants.

A distinctive asset to the firm is Rong's multilingual capabilities, being fluent in English, Mandarin, and Shanghainese, with additional understanding of Cantonese. This linguistic diversity positions her to serve a broad, potentially international client base with enhanced communication effectiveness.

The addition of Rong aligns with Windes' strategic objective of providing comprehensive and innovative tax solutions. Managing Partner Sean McFerson emphasized that her expertise perfectly complements the firm's collaborative culture and client-focused approach. Her specialized knowledge in areas such as Section 1031 exchanges and intricate work with family offices, including trust document review and estate planning, represents a significant enhancement to the firm's service offerings.

Rong's extensive experience in trust, gift, and foundation tax compliance, combined with her ability to navigate complex passthrough entities and international corporate structures, signals a meaningful expansion of Windes' tax advisory capabilities. Her arrival represents a strategic investment in deepening the firm's expertise and broadening its potential client engagement.