Paul Doetsch, CPA, CMA, is a Partner in the Chicago office of Legacy Professionals LLP.  Paul specializes in accounting, auditing, financial, and strategic management services for not-for-profit organizations, including associations, charitable organizations, schools, government units, and Yellow Book A-133.  

 

Paul serves on the Firm's Accounting and Auditing (A&A) Committee.  The Committee is responsible for keeping up on current developments in accounting principles and auditing standards and for developing policies and procedures for the Firm.   

 

Paul provides operational analysis that has enhanced client management operations.  Additionally, he has conducted investigations on behalf of organizations victimized by fraud.  His work with such engagements contributed to the recovery of hundreds of thousands of dollars.

 

In addition to providing audit and financial management services, Paul is a frequent speaker and author on not-for-profit management and accounting issues.  His recent speaking engagements have included such topics as "Financial Literacy for Association Boards" and "Consideration of Fraud in a Financial Statement Audit."

 

Paul earned the Certified Managerial Accountant (CMA) designation issued by the Institute of Management Accountants.  The CMA is an accreditation that measures the accounting and financial management skills that drive business performance.  

 

Furthermore, Paul is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Illinois CPA Society, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, and Association Forum of Chicagoland.

 

Paul received his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting in 1989 from Rosary College (now known as Dominican University), where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. 

 

In his free time, Paul enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and camping.

 

Paul can be contacted at 312-384-4222 or at pdoetsch@legacycpas.com.