Celebrating Over 26 Years of Excellent Service!
Smith Mandel & Associates, LLP is a Certified Public Accounting firm founded in 1997 by R. Douglas Smith and Steven J. Mandel. Our professional staff is committed to assisting our clientele with a variety of services. Competent, imaginative, motivated and capable of responding to on-the-job training, we have the ability to deal with people in a positive, direct and effective way. While our firm has an emphasis on audit review and management advisory services, we provide business and personal tax services to clients as part of the total accounting package. We tailor our services to meet the needs of both individuals and businesses.
Our Business Model
Smith Mandel & Associates is committed to providing you with outstanding, quality service. We will assist you with your most urgent current needs, while preparing you for what lies ahead. We are highly focused on our client's overall goals. We pride ourselves in learning and understanding exactly what our clients strive for. We believe with our combined knowledge and multiple years of experience, we can identify as well as capitalize on new opportunities while minimizing and/or removing any obstacles, to give way to potential growth. Our staff is comprised of talented individuals who are committed to sharing our company’s vision and values. We pride ourselves on our excellent personal, hands-on services.
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How Can We Help Your Business?
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STEVE MANDEL
Hi, I’m Steve Mandel,
Managing Partner & Co-Founder of Smith Mandel & Associates Nice to meet you! EDUCATION: California State University, Northridge B.S. Accounting, 1984 Golden Gate University Masters in Taxation, 1999 I have over 40 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and various other areas of tax. I am a well-respected member of the tax community and have assisted many businesses of all sizes with their financial records. My focus on multiple areas of taxation, tax planning, financial forecasting, pension and profit-sharing plans, and any government programs has enabled me to become very successful as a CPA. I also serve as a business consultant that can provide many services including profit & loss analysis, break-even analysis, and tax ideas. The Man Behind the Tax Return: Raised in Northern California, I am a die-hard San Francisco Giants fan. On the weekend, you can catch me on the golf course, watching re-runs of my favorite TV show MASH, and spending time with my family. My favorite ice cream flavor is Baskin-Robbins’ Jamoca Almond Fudge My Community Affiliations Include: Burbank Chamber of Commerce, Member Jewish Federation, Member Zeta Beta Tau, Alumni CONTACT ME: 818-556-4000 |
JAMES BICKING
Hi, I’m James Bicking
Partner of Smith Mandel & Associates Nice to Meet you! EDUCATION: California State University, Northridge Undergraduate, 2013 Masters in Taxation, 2018 I am a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with over 15 years of experience in public accounting. With extensive expertise in tax preparation, tax planning, financial analysis, and audit compliance, I have worked with numerous clients to optimize their personalized tax strategies. SOMETHING A BIT MORE FUN: Born and raised in So-Cal, I am an avid fisherman ready to drop a line anytime. If I’m not fishing, I enjoy bowling and traveling to the various festivals and events California has to offer because most of them are on the weekends. My favorite F-word is Friday! I am all about food, self-proclaimed amateur chef and pitmaster, as nothing brings people together like good food, especially my barbeque. CONTACT ME: I would love to speak with you: 818-556-4000 |
DOUG SMITH
Hi, I'm Doug Smith
Co-Founder of Smith Mandel & Associates Nice to Meet you! I have over 40 years of work experience and am licensed to practice in California and Hawaii. My practice focus includes financial statement reporting, assurance services, succession planning, forecasts and projections of financial models, business capitalization, restructuring/financing alternatives, business mergers, and acquisition planning/structure. I have extensive expertise with private middle market companies, as well as tax planning and compliance. I serve a wide variety of clients in apparel manufacturing and distribution, service, and other industries. MY COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS INCLUDE: City of Hope, Past Board Member National Jewish Health, Honoree and Member of the Board of Trustees Burbank Police Foundation, Treasurer Burbank Chamber of Commerce, Member Fashion Industry Guild, Member The Professional Club, Former President and Member East Valley YMCA, Past Board Chair and Current Board Member BEHIND A GREAT FINANCIAL MIND: I moved to Los Angeles in 1981. My favorite movie of all time has to be "The Godfather". I am a big fan of the Buffalo Bills. In my free time you can catch me out on the golf course or spending time with my family. My favorite food is steak and my favorite ice cream flavor is chocolate. CONTACT ME: I would love to speak with you: 818-556-4000 |