Principal
Thomas Burns
CPA, CMA
Tom provides audit and accounting services to nonprofit organizations, healthcare institutions, and commercial businesses navigating complex reporting requirements. He works closely with leadership teams to strengthen financial reporting processes and improve internal controls while addressing evolving compliance needs. His experience also includes employee benefit plan engagements.
Education
State University of New York at Buffalo, Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Community
United Way Leadership Society, Member
- Day of Caring, Volunteer
Buffalo Niagara Partnership
- Board Membership 101, Presenter
Habitat for Humanity, Volunteer
Plymouth Crossroads, former Treasurer
Tapestry Charter School, former Treasurer
Western New York Charter School Coalition, former Trustee
Professional
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center, Firm Administrator
Institute of Management Accountants
- Buffalo Chapter, former Treasurer
International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
NYCPA – The New York State Society of CPAs
- Buffalo Chapter, former President
- Buffalo Chapter, Cooperation with Bar Association of Erie County, former Chair
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What Individuals and Commercial Businesses Need to Know About New York’s 2026-2027 Budget
New York enacted its $268 billion fiscal year 2027 budget on May 28, 2026, bringing sweeping changes to corporate tax, depreciation treatment, pass-through entity elections, real estate, and individual income tax. Here’s what individuals and business owners need to know. Corporate Tax Rates Extended Through 2030 The FY 2027 budget does not increase income or […]