DeFreitas & Minsky, LLP
Do I Need an Accountant?
Have you ever found yourself wondering if you need an accountant? Whether you’re an individual, small business owner, or the head of a large company, there are benefits for everyone when it comes to hiring an accountant. Many individuals come to find that they’re in need of an accountant around tax season when they realize that they’re not as familiar with tax laws as they ought to be. Additionally, different life events, such as adopting a child or buying a new home, may entitle you to tax credits you’re unfamiliar with, which is why it is a wise choice to entrust your tax filing to an experienced accountant.
But there are many other times that you may wonder, “Do I need an accountant?” If you own real estate property or rentals, having an accountant to handle your bookkeeping is a good idea. If you’re a business owner, there are often many tax credits you may qualify for that you’re unaware of, so leaving your filing up to a professional who knows all the ins and outs of tax law could save you a lot of money. If you’re looking for an experienced Long Island CPA firm, you’ve found your match with DeFreitas & Minsky, LLP.
DeFreitas & Minsky, LLP
A Little History
For more than 70 years, prominent businesses, not-for-profit organizations, municipalities, and individual clients have relied on the professional services of DeFreitas and Minsky, LLP. The firm is well known for its integrity and professionalism. Over the years, our LI based Firm has delivered a consistently high quality of services to a broad spectrum of clients throughout the New York Metropolitan area.
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Meet our Team
Emanuel J. De Freitas
Managing Partner
Emanuel J. De Freitas, CPA, CFP became a partner of the parent firm in 1993. He has extensive experience in working with privately-held businesses and their owners. Manny specializes in business, individual, and estate taxes and planning. Manny is also a CFP, a member of the AICPA and NYS Society of CPAs. Manny is a proud graduate of St. John’s University.
He is currently the President of Network Long Island. He also serves as a member of various charitable and service organizations such as the Mineola Lions, Mineola Chamber of Commerce, and the Oyster Bay Knights of Columbus.
Jay Minsky
Partner
Jay Minsky, CPA Joined the firm in December 2001 and became a partner in 2008. He has more than thirty-five years of experience in public accounting; some of his areas of expertise are in small business operations, business taxes, and individual taxation. He also has extensive experience working with individuals and small business owners to meet their estate and financial planning needs.
Jay is a graduate of Long Island University, CW Post Campus, and has held a CPA license in New York since 1982. He has been a long-time member of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants and is a past president of both the Garden City Jewish Center and the Kiwanis Club of the Williston’s. Jay is currently on the board of directors of the Business Networking Group.
Roman Khizkiyayev, CPA
Position
Melissa Madsen
Director of Tax Reporting
Tim Doepfner, CPA
Staff Accountant
Janice Penachio
Staff Accountant
Anthony Penoro
Jr. Staff Accountant
Manny Defreitas Jr.
Jr. Staff Accountant
William Delmage
Intern
Danielle McGuinness
Director of Operations
Rory Peters
Administrative Assistant
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Rory Peters
Administrative Assistant
Eddie
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DeFreitas & Minsky, LLP
Career Opportunities
We are always looking for competent, team-oriented individuals to join our firm. Candidates we employ will enjoy competitive salaries, benefits, and a satisfying work environment. If you wish to be considered for positions that become available, please send us your resume.
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