About / Firm Leadership / Matthew Detar
Matthew Detar
CPA
Member of the Firm
Assurance & Advisory
York, PA
717-900-2021
Matt has over 20 years of experience providing audit and accounting services to publicly traded and privately held companies ranging in size from development-stage entities to Fortune 500 companies. He has developed a broad and extensive background serving organizations in the manufacturing, distribution, construction, technology, financial institution industries, as well as organizations with private equity ownership. Matt is committed to delivering first class service to each of his clients.
Matt's experience includes financial statement audits, reviews, compilations, agreed upon procedures, and consultation on complex accounting and financial reporting matters such as derivatives, mergers and acquisitions, revenue recognition, expected credit losses, and other technical accounting areas. He is well-versed in performing employee benefit plan audits, including audits of defined benefit and defined contribution plans. He also has experience with respect to the relevant accounting for certain plan events that impact the plan sponsor, such as plan terminations, settlements, and curtailments.
Matt routinely participates in the presentation of technical accounting training, both internally and externally, on topics such as revenue recognition, lease accounting, accounting for expected credit losses, and other audit and accounting matters. Additionally, he serves on the firm's Audit Efficiency Task Force.
Prior to joining SEK, Matt spent approximately 20 years split between two different international accounting firms, the last five years serving as a Director.
Quick Facts
Professional Memberships
- American Institute of CPAs - Member
- Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs - Member
Community Involvement
- Humane Society of the Harrisburg Area – Past Vice President
Recent News
Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant - Pennsylvania
Education
- B.S., Accounting - Susquehanna University
Work Highlights
- Year joined SEK: 2023
Q&A with Matt
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Have you ever lived anywhere unique?
I lived in Kilburn, London for a semester in college
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What are your hobbies?
Photography, hiking, boating/kayaking
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Tell us about your family.
My wife Ashley and I have three kids - a girl and two boys. We recently got a Black Lab puppy named Oakley.
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What is your favorite food?
Chicken wings
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What is the most inspiring part of your job?
I find inspiration through coaching and mentoring others
My Industry Specialties
- Manufacturing & Distribution
- Construction
- Financial Institutions
- Technology
My Service Specialties
- Accounting, Auditing, & Assurance
- Bank Field Audits
- Employee Benefit Plan Audits
Client Testimonials
Handled our financial audit flawlessly. Communication and deadlines were always met and exceeded.
A Camp Hill Audit Client