Mark Robins, CPA, is a Director in the Firm’s Nonprofit and Association Industry Services Group. Prior to focusing his specialization on nonprofit organizations, Mark spent time with the Employee Benefit Plan Services Group. He graduated with honors from California State University, Northridge with a bachelor’s degree in accountancy. Mark specializes in assurance and consulting services for foundations, public charities, schools and service organizations. His experience with fair value concepts, investment portfolios, federal compliance and revenue recognition issues allows him to be a valued resource for nonprofit organizations. As an active participant in the accounting profession, Mark has taught several classes on financial reporting and auditing topics. He is also extensively involved in nonprofit accounting research to advance technical compliance. In addition, Mark has contributed a number of blog posts to the Aronson nonprofit blog. Mark is a member of the AICPA.

I am a CPA working in public accounting. I currently perform financial statement audits for middle market entities as well as financial statement and A-133 compliance audits non-profit organizations. I have experience testing internal controls to identify control deficiencies. I perform research to identify and resolve accounting and reporting and other issues encountered. I enjoy interacting with clients and gaining an understanding of each client for which I perform services. In addition to having earned my CPA license I am currently pursuing my CFE and CIA certifications. Specialties: Audit/Attestation, Research, Financial Accounting and Reporting