Our Firm
Yes, we are tax preparers. More importantly, we help our clients solve real-world personal and business financial problems. Let our team of experienced business and tax professionals provide you with practical advice and customized solutions for your financial and tax challenges.
In 2015, partners Robert Cuomo and Mark Schmidt, along with Maryann Winters, all formerly of Sirchia & Cuomo, LLP began their partnership as Cuomo, Winters & Schmidt, CPAs, PLLC.
Cuomo, Winters & Schmidt specializes in providing tax preparation, accounting, and consulting services to medical and dental practices, contractors, non-profit organizations, small businesses, and individuals throughout central New York. The staff at Cuomo, Winters & Schmidt not only provides accounting services, but also finds solutions for the unique financial needs and challenges of clients.
At Cuomo, Winters & Schmidt, we combine a passion for helping our clients with over 40 years of problem solving expertise to create the best possible solution for every client.
Services
- Accounting and Bookkeeping
- Tax Preparation for Individuals, Fiduciaries, Partnerships, Corporations, and Tax-Exempt Organizations
- SafeSend Returns® for Secure, Electronic Tax Return Delivery
- Financial Statements
- Business Planning
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Succession Planning
- Estate and Trust Planning
- Tax Compliance and Consulting
- Litigation Support and Business Valuations
- New Business Startup
- Employee Benefit Planning
- Controller Services
Affiliations
Cuomo, Winters & Schmidt, CPAs, PLLC are proud members of the following professional organizations:
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants
- AICPA Alliance for CPA Firms Private Companies Practice Section
- AICPA Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center
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Cuomo, Winters & Schmidt Peer Review Report
As a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Peer Review Program, we are required maintain strict adherence to professional quality control standards and to submit to a peer review of our control policies and procedures to demonstrate compliance. We are proud to report that Cuomo, Winters & Schmidt has successfully completed every Peer Review throughout its history. The firm’s core values focus on maintaining the highest degree of integrity. Neither the firm, nor any of our professionals, have ever been subject to litigation or a professional malpractice claim, or are under investigation, and no claims ever been made against our professional liability insurance.
Mark A. Schmidt, CVA, CPA
Partner
As Partner and co-founder of Cuomo, Winters & Schmidt, Mark spends most of his time on tax oriented services. He enjoys working with businesses that require the skills and insight that a CPA can provide, but don’t have an in-house CFO or controller.
Mark Strong, CPA
Partner
Mark's areas of expertise include: multi-state taxation, consolidated tax returns, research & development credit studies, and tax planning and compliance for estates, trusts, small businesses and individuals.
John E. Markert, CPA
Senior Audit Manager
At Cuomo, Winters & Schmidt, John performs the full scope of tax and audit services, for clients in industries ranging from non-profit to small contractors.
Kevin Donnelly
Audit Team
Kevin Donnelly graduated from Le Moyne College in 2018 with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Kevin assists partners Schmidt and Strong with both tax preparation and audit services. He is working toward receiving his Master's degree in Business Administration.
Robert F. Cuomo
Partner / Retired
Now retired from the practice, Bob worked with small business owners across many industries, as well as with nonprofit organizations. While these entities require two very different approaches, he knew the decision makers in both camps were looking for one thing from him: results.
Jason Hildenbrandt
Accountant
Jason graduated from Le Moyne College in 2019 with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. He formerly worked for Fred H. Winkler and Company, in his hometown of Schenectady, New York
Maryann M. Winters, MS
Retired
Maryann retired with more than 35 years of experience as a practicing CPA, and her clients appreciated the level of expertise that brought. Maryann’s areas of concentration at Cuomo, Winters & Schmidt, CPAs, PLLC were tax and consulting, in which she has extensive experience.
Stefani F. Pritchard
Firm Administrator
As Firm Administrator, Stefani is responsible for the efficient day-to-day operations of the firm, including providing support to the staff, and working closely with the partners on problem solving, planning, and decision-making.
Beth Brewer
Administrative Assistant
After serving 6 years in the U.S. Army, Beth has worked in several administrative positions over the years, 15 of which were spent with a large Central New York accounting firm.
Patricia K. Averson, CPA
Retired
Formerly of Averson & Klinetop, LLP, Trish has focused experience in small business consulting and taxation, particularly professional corporations and LLCs, and non-profit audits.
