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When the exploration into opening an office in India begins, one of the primary questions U.S. CPA firms must consider is who will lead their India operations. The Director of Operations of this overseas component will be responsible for everything that happens in that office, but where will they be located—in India, or in the U.S.?‍ There are benefits and drawbacks to both of these options. In this article, we will explore the pros and cons of hiring an India-based leader for your India team.‍

When a CPA firm is preparing to open an office in India, the leadership structure is a major consideration. The individual in charge of the India office must take responsibility for every aspect of running that team, so their location—on the ground in India or at the U.S. headquarters—is a decision that should not be made lightly.‍ The ideal location of your firm’s India office Director of Operations depends on a few factors. In this article, we will explore the pros and cons of hiring an India leader who works out of the U.S.

Over 50 US CPA firms have established their own offices in India. The primary reasons for this trend are acute talent shortages at home, subpar results from outsourcing companies, and the dwindling costs of setting up satellite offices in India. This article explores the top locations where US CPA firms have established their office in India with recommendations on best-fit locations for both large and mid-size CPA firms.

In the face of the U.S. accountant shortage, more and more CPA firms are turning to talent in India. Some of the outsourcing companies who provide the teams for these American clients are failing to deliver the quality the U.S. home offices expect. As a result, large and mid-sized CPA companies alike have begun opening satellite offices in India that are directly managed by the home office.