John E. Hadwen

John Hadwen, CPA, is a Tax Principal with Albin, Randall & Bennett, where he delivers a thoughtful, solutions-focused approach to complex tax matters and business decisions. With more than 18 years of experience, he provides comprehensive tax planning, compliance, and consulting services to privately held companies, family offices, and ownership groups. John is known for translating intricate tax issues into practical, actionable strategies that support long-term financial and organizational objectives.

John’s practice is built on deep client partnerships across the construction and real estate, manufacturing, and family office sectors. He serves as a trusted advisor on entity structuring, business reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions, and the tax implications of growth, succession, and transition planning. His work is recognized for its clarity, responsiveness, and focus on delivering strong and sustainable outcomes.

Within ARB, John plays a key role in advancing the firm’s technical and technology-enabled capabilities. He leads initiatives to strengthen technical training, expand digital tools, and integrate emerging technologies to improve accuracy, efficiency, and client service. He is also actively engaged in mentoring and developing professionals, fostering a culture that emphasizes technical excellence and innovative thinking. His leadership reflects a commitment to building firmwide expertise and preparing the next generation of advisors.

John began his public accounting career in 2008 and joined ARB in 2021. Over nearly two decades, he has broadened his practice to meet the needs of increasingly complex organizations, becoming a strategic advisor recognized for both technical depth and practical insight.

John lives in Falmouth, Maine, with his wife and their two daughters. He enjoys traveling with his family, cheering on his daughters at sporting events, and spending time on the golf course.