About Our Experts
Our partners and managers take an active role in the day-to-day servicing of our clients. To assure continuity of service and a seamless process, they work closely with our highly qualified staff. So you benefit from a hands-on style at a reasonable cost.
Partners
James Mahoney, CPA, PFS
Founding PartnerT 860-541-2000 x306
F 860-541-2001
jmahoney@mahoneysabol.com
Specializing In:
Construction, Manufacturing, Professional Service Companies, Retail and Distribution, Automotive, Real Estate, Investment Companies, Closely Held Businesses in all industries
Expertise:
Tax Compliance and Consulting, IRS Audit Representation, Due Diligence Reviews, Business Consulting, Wealth Management, Personal Financial PlanningJim directs the firm's tax operations, with special expertise in closely held businesses within a wide range of industries. During the '80s, as a senior tax manager with Deloitte & Touche, he distinguished himself by heading up the Construction Industry Group. His expertise extends beyond the technical to business management consulting and personal financial planning. Jim holds Series 7 and 66 Securities Licenses, as well as Life Insurance Licenses from Connecticut and Florida.
Education:
University of Connecticut, B.S. in Accounting, 1979University of Hartford, M.S. in Taxation, 1985
CPA, 1984
PFS, 2006
Professional Affiliations:
Middlesex Chamber of Commerce
Community Activities:
Northern Middlesex County YMCA Board of Directors and Chair of the Audit Committee, Hospital for Special Care Board of DirectorsGlastonbury youth basketball and baseball coaching
Michael Sabol, CPA, CFE, CFF
Founding PartnerT 860-541-2000 x305
F 860-541-2001
msabol@mahoneysabol.com
Specializing In:
Construction, Manufacturing, Professional Service Companies, Retail and Distribution
Expertise:
Accounting, Auditing, Business Consulting, Fraud Examination, Due Diligence Reviews, Forensic Accounting, SEC matters and closely held companies.A founding partner, Mike is an expert in the technical aspects of accounting for construction and manufacturing, and is actively involved in these industries. Through his positions on several industry boards, he possesses a depth of understanding that goes beyond financial and accounting matters. He is a seasoned business consultant assisting clients on a variety of business issues, including financing and financial management. Mike is also a Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified in Financial Forensics, and was previously an audit manager with Deloitte & Touche.
Education:
University of Connecticut, B.S. in Accounting, 1983CPA, 1985
Professional Affiliations:
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsAssociation of Certified Fraud Examiners
Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants
Treasurer, Connecticut Subcontractors Association
President, Construction Financial Management Association of Connecticut
Treasurer, Connecticut Surety Association
Treasurer, Connecticut Associated Builders & Contractors
Community Activities:
Rocky Hill Little League, Board of Directors, and Chair of the Audit Committee, Hospital for Special Care Board of Directors
John Bauer, CPA
PartnerT 860.767.9999 x101
F 860.767.0353
jbauer@mahoneysabol.com
Specializing In:
SEC Compliance and Reporting, Closely Held Businesses, Not-for-Profit Businesses, Manufacturers, Retail and Distribution, Real Estate, Securities, Healthcare, Pensions
Expertise:
Auditing, Business Consulting, SEC Rules and Regulations, Due Diligence Reviews, Financial Forecasts, Employee Benefit PlansJohn offers a very wide compass in his areas of expertise. They include a consummate knowledge of SEC reporting, financial forecasts and employee benefit plans, which he applies to closely held businesses, not-for-profits and manufacturers alike. As an audit partner, his past experience includes acting as CFO for a $30M manufacturer, as well as years with Deloitte & Touche as an audit manager.
Education:
Bryant College, B.S. in Accounting, 1988CPA, 1992
Professional Affiliations:
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsConnecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants
Community Activities:
Chairman, Town of Deep River Board of FinanceSafety Officer, Deep River Volunteer Fire Department
Kenneth Kron, CPA, PFS
PartnerT 860.541.2000 x309
F 860.541.2001
kkron@mahoneysabol.com
Specializing In:
Professional Service Companies, Retail and Distribution, Real Estate, Entertainment and Athletic Industries, Manufacturing, Non-Profit Organizations including Housing Authorities and Cooperatives
Expertise:
Tax Preparation for Individuals and Companies, Auditing, Business Planning, IRS Representation, Multi-state Strategies, Eldercare, Personal Investment Strategies including Wealth ManagementKen supervises and performs all aspects of tax preparation, planning and consulting for individuals, including professional entertainers and athletes, as well as for private and public companies. He is distinguished by previous employment with the IRS as a revenue agent. This experience is coupled with substantial work representing clients before federal and state taxing authorities. Ken also performs audits of housing authorities and cooperatives and provides tax-efficient strategies for investments, retirement plans, gifting, student financial aid, and elder care. He holds Series 6 and 66 Securities Licenses.
Education:
Bentley College, B.S. in Accounting, 1987CPA, 1991
Professional Affiliations:
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsConnecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants
Glastonbury Chamber of Commerce
Metro Hartford Alliance
Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce
Community Activities:
Finance Chairman,Church of the Holy FamilyParish Council,Church of the Holy Family
Youth soccer coaching
Christopher Quinn, CPA
PartnerT 860.767.9999 x103
F 860.767.0353
cquinn@mahoneysabol.com
Specializing In:
Closely Held Businesses, Not-for-Profit Organizations and Healthcare Organizations
Expertise:
Regulatory Reporting, Tax Compliance and Planning, Asset ProtectionPreviously a partner in Zdon & Associates, LLC, Chris has substantial experience in the planning and completion of audit, review and compilation engagements for closely held businesses and not-for-profit organizations as well as tax compliance and planning for corporations, partnerships and individuals. He regularly assists clients in improving internal controls to safeguard corporate assets.
Education:
Providence College, B.S. in Accounting, 1986CPA, 1996
Professional Affiliations:
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsPresident, Shoreline Chapter of Business Network International
Connecticut Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Member, Essex Board of Trade
Community Activities:
Gary R. Gomola, CPA/ABV, CVA, CFF
PartnerT 860.344.8883 x4420
F 860.346.3057
ggomola@mahoneysabol.com
Specializing In:
Manufacturing, Direct Response, Family owned businesses in general
Expertise:
Accounting, Tax, Business Consulting, Business Valuations, Mergers and Acquisitions, Information Technology, Succession and Estate Planning, Forensic Accounting and Litigation SupportGary is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Accredited in Business Valuation, a Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA), and is Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF). He has over thirty years of experience. Gary's background includes computer systems, as well as income tax, and financial statement preparation. In addition to business valuation and forensic accounting reports, he prepares business and financial projections, and bank financing plans, for expanding and start-up companies. He is also involved in business succession and estate planning. Gary has appeared on radio programs to discuss accounting and tax matters, has been featured in local and national publications, and spoken at local conferences on accounting, tax and succession planning issues.
Education:
University of Connecticut, B.S. in Accounting, Cum Laude 1976University of Hartford, Masters Certificate in Taxation, 1979
National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts, Learning Institute,1998
Professional Affiliations:
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsConnecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants
National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts
Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce
Executive Committee 1988-Present
Board of Directors 1987-Present
Treasurer 1988-1991, 1995-1997, 1999-2003
Chairman 1991-1992
Legislative, Technology, and Mentor Core Committees Various
The Durham Manufacturing Company, Inc
Executive Committee 1986-2007
Board of Directors 1986-2007
Various Committees
Liberty Bank
Corporator 1996-Present
Board of Directors 2005-Present
Community Activities:
Northern Middlesex YMCAExecutive Committee 1990-1997
Board of Directors 1992-1995
Various Committees 1990-2006
Middletown Public School System
Volunteer Student Mentor 2001-Present
Middletown Rotary Club
Board of Directors 1988-1996
President 1995-1996
Various Committees 1988-Present
Town of Portland
Board of Tax Review 1979-1981
Board of Finance 1981-1983
Board of Selectmen 1983-1985
Deputy First Selectman 1983-1985
Justice of the Peace 1980-Present
Rich Knotek, CPA
PartnerT 860.344.8883 x4410
F 860.346.3057
rknotek@mahoneysabol.com
Specializing In:
Estate planning and administration for families. Manufacturing and engineering firms, including subsidiaries of foreign firms based in the U.S
Expertise:
Individual and corporate tax planning and preparation, estate planning strategies and implementation, business planning including succession and sale, business financing consultation.Since 1976, Rich has helped central Connecticut individuals and businesses grow by carefully navigating everchanging tax and economic conditions. He has seasoned expertise in family-owned business issues. Rich has proven experience in the areas of estate planning and administration services.
Education:
Georgetown University, BSBA 1976CPA 1978
Professional Affiliations:
AICPA, CSCPA
Community Activities:
Rich has served in elected positions on municipal boards and on the board of directors for various organizations in the Middlesex County area. He currently serves as chairman of the board of directors for the Middlesex Central CT Chapter of the American Red Cross.
Peter Scalaro, CPA
PartnerT 860.541.2000 x320
F 860.541.2001
pscalaro@mahoneysabol.com
Specializing In:
Closely Held Businesses, Partnerships, Individuals, Estates and Trusts, Arts and Entertainment Industries
Expertise:
Tax Compliance and Consulting, Accounting, Taxation, Business Consulting, IRS and State Audit RepresentationPrior to rejoining Mahoney Sabol in August 2005, Peter spent 5 years at Bank of America as Vice President and Tax Manager where he was responsible for the compliance and regulatory reporting of the asset-based lending subsidiaries of the bank. He also has over 13 years experience with national and regional public accounting firms. He serves a variety of clients at Mahoney Sabol, including closely held businesses and individuals, providing financial planning, accounting, and tax services.
Education:
University of Hartford, M.S. in Taxation, 1999Eastern Connecticut State University, B.S. in Accounting and Economics, 1987
CPA, 1995
Professional Affiliations:
American Institute of Certified Public AccountantsArthritis Foundation Board of Governors, Rocky Hill, Connecticut Chapter
Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants
CSCPA State Tax Committee
Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce
New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants