Los Angeles-based IPA 100 firm HCVT (FY24 net revenue of $267.28 million) has announced that five professionals have been admitted to the partnership, effective January 1.
The new partners are Philip Crocco, Goran Jovicic, Perchui Manasarian, Inessa Sarkisyan and Rebecca Wexelman-Moss.
Philip Crocco
Philip Crocco, tax partner, is based in West Los Angeles. Crocco joined HCVT in 2011 and specializes in individual and partnership taxation, providing consulting and compliance services to high-net-worth individuals and pass-through entities. His experience includes advising on complex transactions, equity structuring and real estate-related tax planning, including like-kind exchanges. “Philip has a unique ability to go above and beyond for his clients in a calm, measured, and precise manner,” said Eckhard Walter, tax partner at HCVT. “He is passionate about the people that surround him—be it family, friends, or the loyal, committed, and aligned engagement teams that he leads and mentors. It is this passion and skill that I see Philip making impactful contributions to the firm.”
Goran Jovicic
Goran Jovicic, state and local tax partner, is based in Irvine, Calif. Jovicic has more than 14 years of public accounting experience with a focus on state and local taxation. He provides consulting and compliance services related to multistate income, sales and use, property and audit controversy tax matters.
“Goran is an integral member of the SALT group. He brings deep technical expertise, is highly responsive, and consistently instills client confidence in HCVT,” said Doug Andersen, tax partner. “I’m excited to see him apply his specialized experience to a broader client base and continue strengthening our practice.”
Perchui Manasarian
Perchui Manasarian, tax partner, is also based in West Los Angeles. She joined HCVT more than 15 years ago and provides tax consulting and compliance services to high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses. Her experience spans professional services, real estate and the entertainment industry.
“Perchui is highly professional and ethical with strong technical expertise,” said Sonny Heshmati, tax partner. “She is results-driven and consistently goes above and beyond to ensure work is completed to the highest standard. I’m excited to see her step into new challenges—building strong client relationships, anticipating needs, and advising with the insight that comes from years of her dedication and growth.”
Inessa Sarkisyan
Inessa Sarkisyan, tax partner, is based in Pasadena, Calif. Sarkisyan has more than 19 years of public accounting experience serving high-net-worth individuals and closely held businesses across the real estate, manufacturing and retail industries.
“Inessa is smart, grounded, honest, hardworking, and an exceptional relationship builder. Every client I have loves her—and they say it all the time. She makes my job easy,” said Vicken Haleblian, CEO and managing partner. “She is disciplined, dedicated, and supportive of the firm in every way. I’m excited to see her build her own team, become a role model for women across the firm, and expand her client base.”
Rebecca Wexelman-Moss
Rebecca Wexelman-Moss, tax partner, is based in West Los Angeles. She joined HCVT in 2013 and provides tax consulting and compliance services to high-net-worth individuals, closely held businesses, corporations and partnerships across multiple industries.
“I saw Rebecca’s potential from the moment I interviewed her before she joined HCVT,” said Greg Altman, tax partner. “She delivers excellent client service—both technically and interpersonally—and she cares deeply about developing our staff. Rebecca is intelligent, thoughtful, organized, and responsive. She is the type of person anyone would want as their partner.”
