Firm Leadership / Gary Snyder
Gary Snyder
CPA
Manager
Assurance & Advisory
Chambersburg, PA
717.263.3910
With more than 30 years of experience, Gary is one of the firm’s pivotal resources for nonprofit organizations and provides expert guidance on Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) regulations. His responsibilities include planning and overseeing various types of audit and agreed-upon procedure engagements for the firm’s higher education, nonprofit, financial institution, commercial, and healthcare clients. He manages approximately 25 audits each year and performs other services such as compilations, reviews, and 990s for approximately 40 nonprofit clients.
Throughout his career, Gary has gained expertise in financial statement audits, nonprofit and higher education reporting, compilations, & reviews, 990s, internal control audit services, SOX 404 compliance audits, and bank (ACH & BSA) audits. Prior to joining the firm, Gary worked for Financial Trust Corporation where he held various positions, including internal auditor.
Quick Facts
Professional Memberships
- American Institute of CPAs - Member
- Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs - Member
Community Involvement
- Totem Pole Playhouse - Board of Directors, Treasurer
- Leadership Franklin County – Class of 2018
Speaking Engagements
- Accounting & Auditing Updates, SEK Nonprofit Seminar (May 2022)
- Accounting & Auditing Updates, SEK Nonprofit Seminar (September 2021)
- Practical Approach to Implementation of Leases, SEK Nonprofit Seminar (September 2020)
- Financial Statement Presentation & Functional Expense Requirements, SEK Nonprofit Seminar (May 2019)
- New Requirements for Financial Statements, SEK Nonprofit Seminar (May 2018)
- New Nonprofit Standards - Financial Statement Changes, SEK Nonprofit Seminar (May 2017)
Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant – Pennsylvania
Education
- B.S. Accounting – Shippensburg University
Work Highlights
- Year joined SEK: 1996
My Industry Specialties
- Financial Institutions
- Healthcare Professionals
- Nonprofits
My Service Specialties
- Accounting, Auditing, & Assurance
Client Testimonials
Gary is always very professional and helpful. He makes himself available for any questions or concerns we have and has been very accommodating when scheduling audits with us.
A Chambersburg Audit Client
Gary is always quick to respond when I have a question, whether it's during our audit or any other time throughout the year. If it's not his department, he will either put me in touch with the right person or find the answer and get back to me promptly. I really enjoy working with him and his team. Thanks, Gary!
A Chambersburg Retirement Plan Client
Gary is always quick to provide guidance when we need it. His team navigated the challenges of field work in a pandemic without sacrificing value. Keep up the great work!
A Chambersburg Audit Client