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Our Team

Principals:

Steven Biggane, CPA

Principal:

Steve has been employed with the firm for 30 years, during which time he has amassed extensive experience in both tax and assurance. In addition to the key role Steve plays in the preparation of financial statements for clients across a wide range of industries, he is also involved in the preparation and review of various corporate, partnership, and individual tax returns. Steve’s knowledge, attention to detail, and exceptional client service make him a valued member of our team.

Steve received his Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting from Dowling College, is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of New York, and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Email: sbiggane@gckcpa.com

Phone: (516) 829-5559, Extension 106

Brian Kienle, CPA

Principal

Brian joined Grodsky, Caporrino & Kaufman, LLP in 2017 as an audit manager, bringing with him over 15 years of experience in audit, review, and compilation engagements. Throughout his career at GCK, LLP Brian has drawn on that experience to effectively and efficiently supervise financial statement engagements for clients in various industries including real estate, nonprofits, construction and manufacturing, wholesale, and distribution. Brian’s extensive knowledge in assurance, his excellent work ethic, and his exemplary leadership skills resulted in his promotion to principal on July 1, 2022.

Brian received a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Molloy College, is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of New York, and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Email:  bkienle@gckcpa.com

Phone: (516) 829-5559, Extension 122

Director of Tax:

Adam Cohen

Director of Tax:

Adam is responsible for supervising the preparation of federal, state and local income tax returns for individual clients and business clients and reviewing all completed returns. With over 15 years’ experience in the field of public accounting, he plays an integral role in tax planning for our clients and advises on an array of financial matters for the firm.

Adam holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from St. Joseph’s College.

Email: acohen@gckcpa.com

Phone: (516) 829-5559, Extension 111

Senior Tax Manager:

Jacob Sun, CPA

Senior Tax Manager:

Jacob joined Grodsky, Caporrino & Kaufman, LLP in August 2023, bringing with him over 15 years of diverse tax experience. Jacob launched his career at a Big Four accounting firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP, where he gained valuable expertise in the preparation of partnership income tax returns and in private equity fund taxation. Throughout the course of his career, Jacob also worked for various mid-size accounting firms and Fortune 500 companies, where he acquired extensive knowledge and experience in corporate taxation and in the servicing of high-net-worth individuals.

Jacob earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Queens College, with a double major in accounting and economics. Jacob is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of New York.

Email:    jsun@gckcpa.com

Phone:  (516) 829-5559, Extension 114

Supervisors:

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Susan Cassano, CPA

Supervisor:

Susan has been with Grodsky, Caporrino & Kaufman, LLP since November 2012, and has over 25 years of experience in the public accounting industry. While Susan’s expertise lies in the preparation of complex business tax returns, her broad knowledge base in all areas of public accounting makes her an invaluable asset and mentor to all members of the GCK, LLP team.

Susan holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in accounting from Adelphi University and she is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of New York.

Email:    scassano@gckcpa.com

Phone:  (516) 829-5559, Extension 115

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Shawn Young, CPA

Supervisor:

Shawn joined the firm as a staff accountant in August 2015. His hard work and dedication resulted in promotions to senior accountant, and ultimately supervisor. Shawn is integrally involved in the preparation and review of income tax returns for individual clients and business clients, and in the training and mentoring of junior staff. Throughout his years with the firm, Shawn has successfully built and maintained excellent working relationships with our clients to whom he delivers the highest quality of service.

Shawn holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in accounting from Florida Atlantic University and a Master of Science degree in accounting from SUNY College at Old Westbury. Shawn is a licensed Certified Public Accountant in the State of New York.

Email:    syoung@gckcpa.com

Phone:  (516) 829-5559, Extension 117