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Vanessa Gordon, CPA, is a Principal at Grassi and works with clients solely in the Nonprofit industry. She has experience auditing a variety of industries, including healthcare and human services organizations, institutions of higher education, local and governmental units, and religious organizations.

Vanessa demonstrates her expertise in the auditing practice area, which encompasses financial reporting, financial statement preparation, and tax preparation. She has extensive experience in OMB Single Audits and compliance with New York State Consolidated Fiscal Report (CFR) reporting requirements. Vanessa has worked closely with our special needs clients and has developed strong technical knowledge of the CFR. In her role, Vanessa works closely with staff and clients to better their businesses and provide insight into the tools they need to move forward.

Vanessa remains actively engaged in the Nonprofit industry through participation in association conferences, meetings, and networking events. She has shared her experience and knowledge most recently as a speaker for the New York State Society of CPAs. Vanessa sits on the Board of Directors of the Family Service League. She is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYCPA).

Vanessa serves on the Grassi Women’s Council and presents many in-house CPE-based training sessions within Grassi. She is also very involved with other firm staff and is a frequent mentor.

Vanessa was recognized as one of Moore North America’s Emerging Leaders and selected as an honoree for LIBN’s Top 50 Women in Business and 40 Under 40 Award. She earned her degree from Stony Brook University and is a licensed CPA in New York State.