About / Firm Leadership / John Schnitzer
John’s strengths lie in strategic planning and future-oriented business and legacy planning for clients. With over three decades of experience at SEK, he possesses a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities his clients encounter, specializing in closely held family businesses and medical practices.
As SEK’s Managing Member for the last 15 years, John drives strategic vision and oversees growth and development initiatives for the firm. Under his leadership, SEK has expanded from 140 team members to over 200 and grown its revenue from $15 million to $31 million, while increasing the number of offices from four to six.
Prior to his role as Managing Member, John served as Member-in-Charge of the Hanover office for 18 years. His foresight and expertise have been instrumental in the office’s growth and continued client satisfaction. John currently chairs the firm's Management and Technology Committees and serves as a member of Tax Committee. He has played a pivotal role in additional key committees throughout his career, including Compensation and Practice Development Committees.
Quick Facts
Professional Memberships
- American Institute of CPAs - Member
- Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs - Member
- Allinial Global – Nominating Committee, Past Board of Directors
Community Involvement
- Hanover Hospital Foundation – Board of Directors
- Harrisburg Area Community College - Advisory Committee Member
- Rotary Club of Hanover, PA – Past Board of Directors, Past Treasurer
- Hanover Hospital – Past Board of Directors, Past Executive Committee, Past Treasurer
- Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce – Past Board of Directors, Past Treasurer
- Hanover Area Jaycees – Past Board of Directors, Past Financial Vice President
Recent News
- John Schnitzer Appointed Chair of Allinial Global Board, Allinial Global (January 2019)
Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant – Pennsylvania
Education
- B.S. Business Administration – Shippensburg University
Work Highlights
- Year joined SEK: 1986
- Year admitted as a Member: 1997
My Industry Specialties
- Healthcare Professionals
- Closely-Held Businesses
My Service Specialties
- Estate Planning & Compliance
- Tax & Compliance
- M&A Advisory
Client Testimonials
John provided all the answers and options available to me for questions I needed answered. He explained the difference in the direction each option provided.
A Hanover Tax Client
John is responsive, detail-oriented, and understanding of my needs.
A Hanover Tax Client
Prompt attention given to any problem or concern I had.
A Hanover Tax Client