FIRM NEWS

Craig Golding, CPA, Joins J.H. Cohn LLP

5/01/2009

San Diego, CA—Craig Golding, CPA, has joined J.H. Cohn LLP’s San Diego office as a partner. J.H. Cohn is one of the top 20 accounting and consulting firms in the United States.

He most recently served as an audit partner for another national accounting firm in San Diego, where he worked with both public and private companies in several industries, including software, manufacturing and distribution, technology-based manufacturing, and financial services.  Previously, he held executive positions with two publicly traded companies and was instrumental in the implementation of control framework required under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.  This experience in private practice, in addition to his public accounting experience, has provided Craig with the background to understand the demands and expectations of his clients and to offer best practice solutions to his clients on a proactive basis. 

“Craig has significant, hands-on experience with a wide range of companies in industries that are central to our clients’ business and to the San Diego business community,” said Wade McKnight, CPA, office managing partner of J.H. Cohn’s San Diego office. “As a firm, we’ve seen significant growth in the Southern California market and expect Craig’s contributions to be central to our future success.”

Craig is a member of the California Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He is a Board member and acting Treasurer for the Association of Corporate Growth – San Diego and is an active member of the San Diego Venture Group, CONNECT, and MIT Forum. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from California State University, Long Beach, and has completed additional professional-level coursework in, among others, GAAP, GAAS, and PCAOB and SEC rules and regulations.

About J.H. Cohn LLP
J.H. Cohn LLP is one of the top 20 accounting and business consulting firms in the United States.  Since 1919, the professionals at J.H. Cohn have faithfully served clients, employees, and the community with integrity and honesty. As J.H. Cohn celebrates its 90th anniversary this year, the Firm’s philosophy has remained constant: A highly personalized approach to each client, with intelligent guidance and solutions that positively affect profitability and growth.  The Firm is a member of Nexia International, a global network of independent accountancy, tax, and business advisors and the ninth largest provider of audit and advisory services worldwide. For more information about J.H. Cohn, visit www.jhcohn.com.