Get to know a little about our newest associate, Akshay Rajeev, as he answers some questions about himself!

  1. What’s your name? Akshay Elandassery Rajeev
  2. What’s your title? Tax Associate
  3. When did you start? January 13, 2025
  4. What do you do here? Preparation of individual and corporate business tax returns
  5. Where did you or do you go to school, and if you got a degree, what was it in? MS in Accounting & Analytics, Rochester Institute of Technology, New York
  6. What did you do before you came to the firm? Back in India, I worked in a U.S. accounting firm as a tax accountant for almost a year where I had the responsibility of preparing individual and corporate business tax returns.
  7. What did you want to be when you grew up? When I was growing up, I wanted to be a video game developer. I absolutely loved playing video games and was fascinated by the creativity, storytelling, and technology that went into creating these immersive experiences, However, as I navigated through life, my path took an unexpected turn. I eventually pursued a career in finance and became a tax accountant. Although it’s a far cry from designing video games, I’ve grown to appreciate the challenges and rewards that come with helping individuals and businesses navigate the complex world of taxation.
  8. What do you do for fun? I am a huge soccer fan, and I bleed red and white for Atletico Madrid. I try to catch every match, cheering on my team with passion. When I am not watching live soccer, I love playing EA FC Mobile to get my soccer fix. I also enjoy unwinding with some great Netflix shows.
  9. What’s your favorite movie? I’m really into the Spider-verse saga movies! The music and visuals are indeed breathtaking.
  10. Who’s your favorite band? Coldplay
  11. What’s your favorite song? “Die with a Smile” by Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga
  12. What’s on your bucket list? Exploring various countries and trying the local cuisine is definitely at the top of my bucket list.