Nick Graff

Overview

Nick is a Principal in CLA's St. Louis office. He has over 20 years of experience providing tax compliance & planning, accounting, and consulting services to privately-held businesses as well as individuals. With his experience, Nick helps CLA's clients address their needs and concerns to help them reach their goals.

Education

Nick graduated from the University of Missouri - St. Louis with a double major in accounting and international business.

In the community

Nick is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Missouri Society of CPAs (MOCPA), Associated General Contractors of Missouri (AGCMO) and the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA).

Nick was awarded the 2019 Outstanding Young Professional by MOCPA for his active involvement in the profession support of the CPA designation, and leadership and volunteerism. Nick served on the Board of Directors for MOCPA from 2020 - 2023. Nick is currently servicing on the Board of Directors for MOCPA Educational Foundation. He also served on MOCPA's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Finance, and Investment committees. He currently serves on MOCPA's Legislative and Blue Ribbon-Alternative Licensure Model committees. Nick is a past Chair for MOCPA's St. Louis Chapter. He is also a past Chair of the Community Outreach Taskforce for MOCPA. Nick has been a mentor to military veterans through American Corporate Partners since 2019. He also served on the Fisher House Golf Tournament planning committee. His favorite organization to support is the Greater St. Louis Honor Flight. Nick is involved with the Young Executive Club, Construction Leadership Council and Supplier & Service Provider Council of AGCMO. 

Nick also enjoys his involvement with CLA Foundation - helping to create career opportunities in our communities through education, employment and entrepreneurship. Nick is a past Board member from 2018 - 2023. He is he St. Louis office's office champion liason for the CLA Foundation. Additionally, Nick serves as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Ambassador for the St. Louis office.