Christopher J. Brown, CPA

Chris is the managing partner of Ross Strent & Company, LLP and has over 17 years experience.  Chris' expertise lies in the area of Taxation helping our clients plan and implement strategies to improve the profitability of their business and personal net worth.

In addition to his role as Managing Partner, Chris is directly involved in many aspects of our clients' business needs, which includes: Advising clients on strategies to help maximize business profitability and continuity Advising on estate planning and succession of closely-held businesses Minimizing taxes to businesses and owners through effective tax planning Advising high net-worth individuals on tax planning strategies to maximize their income and preserve their assets Providing litigation support for various types of clients including situations of divorce, business liquidation and partnership disputes Representing clients before IRS and state taxing authorities regarding personal income tax, corporate income tax, sales and use taxes, Department of Labor and Union issues Providing tax opinions to support taxpayer positions on a variety of issues Analyzing the tax impact to owners of sales, foreclosure or other property transfer Providing multi-state tax analysis to provide most effective entity structure and minimize taxes Professional Affiliations   American Institute of Certified Public Accountants New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants q Managing Partners Committee, Member q Federal Tax Committee, Member Board of Trustees, Nassau County Family and Children’s Association Finance and Investing Committees, Member Education Chris received a Bachelor of Science Degree from the State University of New York at Oswego.

Janet R. Margulies, CPA

Janet has been with the firm for over 17 years.  Her expertise lies in the area of accounting and auditing and has handled numerous forensic audits for banks and other lending institutions.

In addition, her experience includes: Conducting audit, review and compilation engagements for clients in various industries “Yellow Book” audits and consulting relative to compliance with rules, regulations, and contracts Governmental and not-for-profit engagements Providing business guidance in financial systems, establishing internal accounting controls, and regulatory compliance Assisting clients with financial projections, business valuations and plans Performing due diligence procedures for mergers and acquisitions Professional Affiliations American Institute of Certified Public Accountants New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants q Accounting and Auditing Committee, Member Education Janet, a graduate of Queens College of the City University of New York, earned a Master's Degree in Public Accounting from the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University

Joseph Licata, CPA

Joe joined the firm as partner in 2002.

Before then, he was partner at Simonetti & Licata, LLP and has over 17 years of diversified accounting, auditing and both, corporate and individual taxation experience, of which includes: Tax planning, consulting and tax advisory services for closely-held businesses, estates & trusts, and individuals Providing multi-state tax analysis to provide most effective entity structure and minimize taxes Consulting clients in various industries to help improve business operations, boost efficiency, reduce costs and increase the bottom line Advising high net-worth individuals on tax planning strategies to maximize their income and preserve their assets Advise clients on issues relating to rules and regulations involving passive activities, S-corporations, basis limitations and restructuring the ownership of properties Representing clients before IRS and state taxing authorities regarding personal income tax, corporate income tax, sales and use taxes Professional Affiliations American Institute of Certified Public Accountants New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants Education  Joe graduated with a Master’s Degree in Public Accounting from the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University.

Brian Simonetti, CPA

Brian joined the firm as partner in 2002.

Before then, he was partner at Simonetti & Licata, LLP and has over 15 years of diversified accounting experience, of which includes: Tax planning and preparation Conducting audit, review and compilation engagements for clients in various industries Governmental and not-for-profit engagements Investment advisory and financial planning services Advising clients on strategies to help maximize business profitability and continuity Minimizing taxes to businesses and owners through effective tax planning Advising high net-worth individuals on tax planning strategies to maximize their income and preserve their assets Providing litigation support for various types of clients including situations of divorce, business liquidation and partnership disputes Representing clients before IRS and state taxing authorities regarding personal income tax, corporate income tax, sales and use taxes, Department of Labor and Union issues Providing tax opinions to support taxpayer positions on a variety of issues Professional Affiliations American Institute of Certified Public Accountants New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants Education  Brian received a Bachelor of Science Degree from the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University.