hocariz@ogz-cpa.com

Hiram D. Ocariz, a founding partner in Ocariz, Gitlin & Zomerfeld, LLP brings more than 25 years of experience to the firm  in foreign and domestic taxation, tax compliance for foreign and domestic corporations and individuals, and due diligence as it relates to mergers, acquisitions, corporate structuring and the sale of companies.

Mr. Ocariz earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Florida International University in 1984 and received his state accreditation as a certified public accountant in 1987. He co-founded Ocariz, Gitlin & Zomerfeld with Mark Gitlin and Raymond Zomerfeld in 1989.

Mr. Ocariz is highly regarded for his work representing clients in construction, real estate development, logistics, export, wholesale and retail trades and professional services on matters of foreign and domestic taxation and government audits. He currently serves on the advisory board of Florida International University’s School of Accounting.

Practice Areas
U.S. and foreign taxation and compliance for domestic and foreign corporations and individuals, due diligence, estate and trust, and representation before tax authorities.

Accreditation
Certified public accountant, state of Florida, 1987

College
Florida International University: B.B.A., 1984

Professional Affiliations
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Tax Division
Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Cuban American Certified Public Accountants
Honorary Accounting Society, Florida International University
Latin Builders Association
Advisory Board, FIU School of Accounting