About / Firm Leadership / Timothy Peters
Timothy Peters
CPA, CFF, CGMA
Member of the Firm
Director of Quality Control
Hagerstown, MD
301.733.5020
Tim is the firm’s Director of Quality Control. He provides auditing and accounting services to manufacturing, construction, nonprofit, technology, and healthcare entities. Tim has experience leading several forensic accounting projects and provides consulting services related to fraud investigations and internal control reviews. Additionally, he is an active member of the firm’s peer review team and serves as Team Captain on system reviews for firms located throughout the country.
His responsibilities include planning and organizing client engagements, preparing and analyzing financial statements, evaluating internal controls, mentoring department staff, and maintaining relationships with the firm’s clients. Tim works closely with clients to achieve efficient financial operations and ensure effective corporate safeguards, while meeting regulatory and stakeholder compliance requirements.
Tim coordinates and conducts continuing professional education (CPE) training sessions for the firm’s accounting and auditing professionals.
He serves (or has previously served) as a member of the firm’s Management Committee; Accounting, Consulting, & Tax Services Committee; and Accounting & Auditing Committee. Tim has also served as Vice Chair of Allinial Global's National Accounting and Auditing Committee.
Quick Facts
Professional Memberships
- American Institute of CPAs - Member
- Maryland Association of CPAs - Member
- AICPA - Forensic and Valuation Services (FVS) Section - Member
- Coastal Peer Review Committee (MD & NC) – Report Acceptance Body
Community Involvement
- Hagerstown Lions Club – Member
- Leadership Washington County – Class of XXIII
- Leadership Frederick County – Class of 2005
Speaking Engagements
- Lease Accounting Changes, SEK Business Leaders' Summit (October 2021)
Recent News
- Timothy E. Peters, CPA, CFF, CGMA Earns Certified in Financial Forensics Credential, American Institute of CPAs (November 2021)
- Tim Peters Wins United Way's Kagle Award for Volunteerism, United Way of Washington County (August 2017)
Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant – Maryland
- Certified in Financial Forensics
- Chartered Global Management Accountant
Education
- B.S. Accounting – University of Maryland
Work Highlights
- Year joined SEK: 2008
- Year admitted as a Member: 2013
Q&A with Tim
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Where are you from?
I lived in Fort Worth, Texas and Tempe, Arizona. Growing up, my family moved around quite a bit, but those two places stand out to me because they were unique and offered many opportunities for fun and adventure.
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What was your first job?
I worked at Ace Hardware when I was 15. I learned so much from that experience, helping customers solve home improvement problems and often times learning how to along with them.
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If you were a superhero, what would your superpower be?
The ability to be in two places at one time. It's a challenge to be present at our kid's sporting events and other activities, especially when they play at the same time but on fields that are miles apart.
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What are your hobbies?
Traveling (I have traveled from a young age, and it is a passion that I hope to instill in my children; have been to all 50 states and 27 countries), watching Terps basketball and football
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What makes you get out of bed every day?
I believe SEK and our clients are truly exceptional; never to be in a position where I feel I have let any of them down. I'm inspired by our staff and clients; look forward to the challenges each day brings
My Industry Specialties
- Agribusiness
- Construction
- Healthcare Advisory
- Manufacturing & Distribution
- Nonprofits
- Professional Service Firms
- Technology
My Service Specialties
- Accounting, Auditing, & Assurance
- Peer Reviews
- Business Accounting & Advisory