Founded in 1923, BKD is one of the largest accounting and advisory firms in the United States. With a work force of more than 1,900 employees, the company offers risk management, dispute control, wealth management, business succession planning, and state, local and international tax services. BKD provides a range of assurance services in matters concerning cost accounting, industry-specific financial reporting, organizational performance measurement and internal audits. Through its subsidiary, BKD Corporate Finance, the company offers services related to recapitalization, management buyouts, sales, and mergers and acquisitions. It serves individuals and publicly traded businesses in the health care, manufacturing, distribution, financial, construction, real estate and government sectors. The company operates the BKD Foundation and supports several community and charitable organizations, such as the Lake Regional Hospital Foundation, Habitat for Humanity and Greater Kansas City Community Foundation. Headquartered in Springfield, Miss., the company maintains more than 25 offices in Arkansas, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma and Texas. BKD maintains a location in Tulsa, Okla.