Richard A. Thompson, CPA, partner at Sikich – an accounting, advisory, technology and managed services firm – was recently honored with an Outstanding Accountancy Alumni Award from Northern Illinois University.

This honor recognizes Thompson for his professional achievements and continued support of NIU’s Department of Accountancy, as well as Sikich’s commitment to delivering an inspiring employment experience for past and future NIU alumni.

Thompson earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accountancy at NIU. He joined Sikich as a tax partner in 1992, taking over leadership of the office’s tax practice and continues in that role today.