Abel Sanchez, CPA, CGMA, MBT

Abel is the co-partner in charge of the firm’s audit and accounting department. 

Abel has over 30 years of experience consulting entrepreneurial and international companies as well as nonprofit organizations, focusing on their unique needs and objectives. He believes in building a strong relationship with his clients in order to understand their needs and maximize the services he provides. Coupled with analysis of financial statements and key performance indicator, he advises clients on ways to improve their accounting, internal controls, and operations.

Abel also works extensively with international companies focusing on operations in the Americas, Asia and Africa. He is actively involved in AGN International, serving on multiple committees including the North American Audit and Accounting Core Team and Latin American Relations with North America and Business Development Committee.

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting, California State University, Dominguez Hills, 1995
Master of Business Taxation Degree, University of Southern California, 2004

Certifications and Licenses

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), California Board of Accountancy

Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA), Association of International Certified Professional Accountants

Practice Area

– Audit and assurance reporting
– Reviews and compilations
– Accounting services and consulting
– Litigation support services
– Due diligence for mergers and acquisitions
– Assessing and designing internal controls / policies and procedures

Expertise

–  Manufacturing and distribution
–  Food and beverage
–  Construction contractors
–  Transportation and warehousing
–  International trade
–  Professional services
–  Investment partnerships
–  Retail
–  Consumer electronics
–  Technology and software
–  Real estate development, sales and management
–  Franchising
–  Hospitality and leisure
–  Non-profits

Languages

–  English
–  Spanish

Professional Affiliations

–  American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
–  California Society of Certified Public Accountants
–  AGN International
–  Member of the North American Audit and Accounting Core Team, AGN International
–  Member of the Latin American Relations with North America and Business Development Committee, AGN International

Community Involvement

• Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce,  Board Treasurer, January 2009 – May 2011
• Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation, Board Member, July 2009 – May 2011
• Catholic Association of Latino Leaders, Orange County Chapter President, February 2011 – January 2014
• Kids Konnected, Board Treasurer, October 2011 – December 2012

Personal

Abel resides in Orange County, California with his wife of over 20 years and two daughters. He enjoys traveling, playing golf, listening to music and cheering on his favorite Los Angeles based sports teams.