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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Trusted CPA Services in Pittsburgh, PA
Since 1956, Schneider Downs has provided accounting, tax, consulting, and business advisory services through innovative thought leadership and personalized client focus. Our multidisciplinary team delivers audit, assurance, risk advisory, digital consulting, and wealth management solutions to public and private companies, nonprofits, and global organizations. With expertise in over 20 industries, we combine proactive communication, risk-based auditing, and executive involvement to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.Our commitment to quality control, peer-reviewed standards, and tailored tax strategies positions us as a trusted partner for businesses navigating complex regulatory environments. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, we serve clients across the U.S. with offices in Columbus and McLean, VA.
Services
Audit Services
Tax Planning
Risk Advisory
Cybersecurity
Wealth Management
SOC Reporting
Forensic Accounting
IT Consulting
Retirement Solutions
Business Valuation
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- Over 60 years of experience in accounting and tax services
- Proactive risk-based audit approach with executive involvement
- Industry-specific expertise across 20+ sectors including emerging technology
- Peer-reviewed quality control system with unmodified reports
- Integrated services combining audit, tax, consulting, and digital solutions
Associations and certifications
- Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)
- AICPA Center for Public Company Audit Firms
- AICPA Private Companies Practice Section
- AICPA Governmental Audit Quality Center
- AICPA Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center
What people say
Exceptional communication
Wealth of experience
Proactive approach
Value-added solutions
Industry knowledge
Services
Audit Services
Schneider Downs delivers comprehensive audit services with a risk-based approach tailored to public and private companies. Our team combines technical expertise with executive involvement to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. Clients benefit from proactive communication and peer-reviewed quality control standards that meet PCAOB requirements.
Tax Planning
Our tax services focus on strategic planning and compliance for businesses and high-net-worth individuals. We specialize in state and local tax optimization, international tax reporting, and credit maximization while maintaining adherence to evolving regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.
Risk Advisory
We provide enterprise risk management solutions that identify vulnerabilities and implement controls across financial, operational, and compliance domains. Our services include internal audit outsourcing, fraud risk assessments, and third-party risk management programs tailored to organizational needs.
Cybersecurity
Our cybersecurity practice offers penetration testing, network assessments, and incident response services. We help organizations strengthen defenses against evolving threats through continuous framework assessments and implementation of industry standards like NIST and ISO 27001.
Wealth Management
Schneider Downs Wealth Management provides personalized financial planning for high-net-worth individuals. Services include investment management, estate planning, and retirement solutions designed to preserve and grow wealth across generations.
People
Trevor Warren
Shareholder
With over 20 years in public accounting, Trevor leads audit engagements and the Emerging Technology Services Group. He specializes in multi-jurisdictional tax compliance and has helped tech companies achieve regulatory compliance during business exits.
Steve Barber
Shareholder
Tax advisory expert with 20+ years experience, Steve specializes in automotive industry tax planning. He developed innovative LIFO accounting solutions that saved clients $600,000 in deferred tax liabilities during the pandemic.
Mary Richter
Shareholder
International tax specialist with 20 years experience, Mary focuses on cross-border restructuring and tax credit optimization. She saved a private equity client $1 million through strategic overseas valuation adjustments.
Eric Wright
Shareholder
IT security leader with 40 years experience, Eric oversees technology consulting and IT audit practices. He identified critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities for clients through penetration testing and implemented robust defense solutions.
Kim Griffith
Shareholder
Nonprofit accounting specialist with 30 years experience, Kim provides audit and compliance services to government and community organizations. She implemented improved financial controls for multiple nonprofit clients through policy revisions.
Questions
What accounting services does Schneider Downs offer?
We provide audit, tax, consulting, risk advisory, and wealth management services tailored to businesses and individuals.
Are you a certified public accounting firm?
Yes, we are a Top 60 independent CPA firm registered with the PCAOB and AICPA member.
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve 20+ industries including emerging technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and nonprofit organizations.
Do you offer cybersecurity consulting?
Yes, our IT risk advisory services include cybersecurity assessments and incident response solutions.
