Raymond C. Bass

Education

Ray earned his undergraduate degree in Finance at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Experience

Ray began his career at Arthur Andersen & Co. in Chicago, where he was a senior auditor. Ray continued his career with a large privately held company in the mail order business as a senior financial advisor. In 1981, Ray founded the firm that has evolved into Bass, Solomon & Dowell, LLP. He continues to work extensively in the audit area. Much of his practice is also devoted to small and medium sized businesses, for which he provides accounting services and consults on tax matters, financing issues, retirement planning, and strategic planning. Ray has also developed an expertise in the areas of estate and trust planning. Ray also works with individuals on income tax planning and preparation, financial planning, and retirement planning.

Activities and Associations

Ray is a member of the Illinois CPA Society and the American Institute of CPAs. Ray has taught classes in various accounting subjects for Arthur Andersen & Co. He continues to pursue continuing education courses in the areas of accounting, auditing, finance and taxation.

Members of Bass, Solomon & Dowell, LLP are encouraged to give back to their community. Ray has served in the following capacities:

• Board Member Children’s Place Association
• Treasurer, Children's Place Association
• President of Emergency and Support Services for Youth, Inc.
• President of Execunet
• Board member of Chicago Club for Physically Handicapped Children
• Treasurer of Wheeling Instrumental League
• Member Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce
• Member of Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce
• Finance Committee member of Synagogue
• Coached Soccer, Little League and Softball
• Speaker for various community organizations

Ray is married to Marcia and they enjoy the success of their two adult children. Ray actively participates in golf and racquet sports, and enjoys reading and walking. Ray’s e-mail address is rbass@bsd-cpa.com.