July 20, 2026 - RubinBrown, one of the nation’s top 50 accounting and business consulting firms, recently promoted Jim Darcy, CPA; Jake DeJarnette, CPA; Rachel Gross, CPA, to Partner in the Tax Services Group; and Jessica Schmitz, CPA, was also named Partner in the Assurance Services Group.  
 

Jim Darcy is a Partner in RubinBrown’s Tax Services Group. He specializes in tax planning, advisory, and compliance services for a broad range of businesses and high-net-worth families. Jim has extensive experience in federal and multi-state taxation for S corporations, partnerships, and individuals.

Jake DeJarnette is a Partner in RubinBrown’s Tax Services Group. He specializes in working with ultra-high net worth individuals and families to preserve and grow family assets, mitigate taxes, and maximize multi-generational wealth. He provides compliance and consulting services related to individual income, trust and gift taxes, as well as pass-through entities and charitable foundations.

Rachel Gross is a Partner in RubinBrown’s Tax Services Group. She works closely with individuals and families to deliver thoughtful tax strategies and long-term planning guidance, helping them navigate life events, trusts, gifting, and legacy considerations.

Jessica Schmitz is a Partner in RubinBrown’s Assurance Services Group and serves clients in the not-for-profit, public sector and manufacturing and distribution industries. Jessica specializes in the planning and performance of assurance engagements for her clients.

All promotions were effective June 1, 2026.

RubinBrown is one of the nation’s leading accounting and professional consulting firms with a commitment to building personal relationships and delivering totally satisfied clients. RubinBrown has revenue greater than $250 million with over 1,000 team members in offices across Chicago, Denver, Detroit, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Mumbai (India), Nashville, and St. Louis.

RubinBrown is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, the 9th largest accounting and business advisory network in the world. For more information, visit https://www.rubinbrown.com. 
 

Published: 07/21/2026

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