Steven E. Howell, CPA, DABFA
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Steven E. Howell, CPA, DABFA
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Steve became a Partner in 1987 and currently serves as Director in the Manufacturing, Wholesale, Retail, and Distribution Industry Practice of the Firm where he is a specialist in corporate accounting, corporate tax planning, projection and budget implementation, succession planning, and banking and investment relationship building. Additionally, Steve is a Diplomat of the American Board of Forensic Accounting and has litigation support experience, having testified on behalf of clients and attorneys.
Professional/Industry/Community Affiliations:
- New York State Society of CPAs (NYSSCPA) – Member
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) – Member
- American Board of Forensic Accounting Diplomate – Member
- NACVA (National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts) – Member
- American College of Forensic Examiners
- Hometown Bank of the Hudson Valley – Past Board of Directors, Past Chairman of the Board
- Orange County United Way – Past Board of Directors, Past Chairman of the Board
- Mid-Hudson Chapter of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants – Past President
- Newburgh Rotary Club – Past Chairman of the Board
- Council of Industry – Board Member
- Abilities First – Treasurer, Board Member
Awards:
- Eagle Scout Hall of Fame Inductee – 2011
- Leadership Orange Hall of Fame Inductee – 2017
Education:
- Pace University, Bachelor of Business Administration with Magna Cum Laude Honor
Licenses / Certifications:
- Certified Public Accountant, New York
- DABFA – Diplomat of the American Board of Forensic Accountants
Practice Emphasis:
- Corporate accounting
- Corporate tax planning, projection, and budget implementation
- Succession planning
- Banking investment relationship building
- Financial statements and tax returns
- Business valuation
Proven Results:
- Eagle Scout Award—1978
- George Chosis Scholar Athlete—1980
- Eastern College Athletic Conference Athletic Scholar—1982
- Orange County United Way Volunteer Award—Marion S. Murphy Neighbors Helping Neighbors—2004 Honoree
- Eagle Scout Hall of Fame Inductee—2011
- Leadership Orange Hall of Fame Inductee—2017
- Distinguished Leadership Award United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region—2017