Our Expert Team

Our tax experts constantly evaluate the best ways to save you tax dollars. Integrity, honesty and responsiveness to our clients’ needs are the keys to our success. This is what sets us apart from the competition.

Michael C. Davis, CPA

Partner

Mike obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Wheeling Jesuit University and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Maryland. After beginning his public accounting career with one of Maryland’s largest and oldest certified public accounting firms, Mike later joined James Anderson to form Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA.

Mike has specialized in non-profit organizations during his career in public accounting. He has been an instructor of seminars conducted for certified public accountants and non-profit organizations on such topics as Fund Accounting For Not-for-profit Organizations, IRS Form 990 Preparation, Not-for-profit Endowment Spending, Implementation of Not-for-profit FASB’s 116 and 117, OMB Circular A-133/Government Auditing Standards audit requirements and Effective Financial Reporting for Not-for-profit Organizations. Mike has been involved in auditing and consulting with for-profit entities and non-profit organizations such as private schools, churches, colleges, health and welfare organizations, membership organizations, social service organizations, with and without federal funding. He also works with small-business owners on various consulting, tax and accounting matters.

Mike is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants (MACPA), along with being actively involved in various community service non-profit organizations. He has been serving in an over thirty-year volunteer capacity as board member, including Treasurer, with Friends of the Maryland State Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. He also serves in advisory capacity for Baltimore Adapted Recreation and Sports, an all-ages wheelchair sports organization, and has served as Group Chairman of his alma mater, Archbishop Curley High School’s first-time Endowment Campaign.

Jay R. Kapadia, CPA

Partner

Jay is a Certified Public Accountant in Maryland and has been with Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA since 2000. In May 2004, he graduated from the University of Baltimore with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. Jay received his Masters of Business Administration from the University of Baltimore in May 2005.
Jay has planned, performed, and supervised financial audits, reviews and compilations for various for-profit and non-profit organizations, including related tax and consulting services for businesses and individuals. He also specializes in audits of Employee Benefit Plans. Jay is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants (MACPA).

Benjamin M. Yust, CPA

Partner

Ben started his public accounting career in 2006 with Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA. Ben received his Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Mount St. Mary’s University and is a Certified Public Accountant in Maryland. He also plans and performs audits, reviews and compilations of for-profit and non-profit organization financial statements, as well as providing tax and consulting services to businesses and individuals. He is the firm’s specialist for trust and estate taxation. Ben is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants (MACPA).

James J. Anderson, CPA

Legacy Partner

Jim, a retired founding partner of Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA, earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Baltimore and is a Certified Public Accountant in Maryland. Before starting the firm, he worked with various Baltimore-based accounting firms, including a “Big 4” international firm and one of Maryland’s largest regional firms.

With extensive experience in consulting, tax, and accounting for non-profits, private schools, churches, corporations, and small businesses, Jim has advised on internal controls, budgets, payroll, and financial matters. He is a member of both the AICPA and MACPA and has held leadership roles, including President and Treasurer of the Pasadena Business Association. Jim has also contributed to numerous advisory committees for private schools, churches, and youth organizations.

Heather M. Chirico

Supervisor

Heather joined Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA in June 2010. Heather graduated from Towson University with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Accounting in 2010. She is pursuing her Certified Public Accountant license in Maryland. Heather is involved in a variety of for-profit and non-profit client services including auditing and attestation work and taxes.

Steven Strohmier

Accountant

Steven joined Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA in May 2018. Steven graduated from University of Maryland, Baltimore County with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Financial Economics in 2017. He is pursuing his Certified Public Accountant license in Maryland. Steven is involved in a variety of for-profit and non-profit client services, including accounting, auditing, attestation and income tax engagements.

Nathan Hamel

Accountant

Nathan joined Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA in May 2021. Nathan graduated from Salisbury University with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Computer Science in 2020. He is pursuing his Certified Public Accountant license in Maryland. Nathan is involved in a variety of for-profit and non-profit client services, including accounting, auditing, attestation and income tax engagements.

Greg Sparr, CPA

Accountant

Greg joined Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA in June 2021. Greg is a Certified Public Accountant in Maryland and graduated from Towson University with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance in 2019. Greg is involved in a variety of for-profit and non-profit client services, including accounting, auditing, attestation and income tax engagements.

Greg is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants (MACPA).

Vince Bonn

Accountant

Vince joined Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA in June 2022. Vince graduated from High Point University with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Actuarial Science in 2018. He is pursuing his Certified Public Accountant license in Maryland. Vince is involved in a variety of for-profit and non-profit client services, including accounting, auditing, attestation and income tax engagements.

Christine Riganati

Accountant

Christine joined Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA in June 2022. Christine holds a Bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University and a Master’s degree from George Washington University. Christine is involved in a variety of for-profit and non-profit client services, including accounting, auditing, attestation and income tax engagements.

Kalindi Thakrar

Firm Administrator

Kalindi joined Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA in January 2023. Kalindi has Over 25 years of experience in Management with Specializations in Operations and Business Process Optimization and has owned multiple successful businesses over 20 years. Kalindi assists the Firm with a variety of client service matters and Firm marketing efforts.

 

Divya Gohel

Firm Administrator

Divya joined Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA in January 2024. Divya assists the Firm with a variety of client service matters and Firm marketing efforts.

Daniel Cosiem

Accountant

Daniel joined Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA in September 2024. Daniel holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Baltimore and is expected to graduate from the University of Maryland Global Campus this November 2024 with his Master of Science degree in Accounting and Finance Management. Daniel is an Intuit QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor and a member of AICPA. He is pursuing her Certified Public Accountant license in Maryland. Daniel is involved in a variety of for-profit and non-profit client services, including accounting, auditing, attestation, and income tax engagements.

Cole Cantrell

Accountant

Cole joined Anderson, Davis & Associates, CPA in September 2024. Cole graduated from Towson University with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Accounting in 2019 and has worked with Tax Preparation & CPA firms since 2017. He is pursuing his Certified Public Accountant license in Maryland. Cole is involved in a variety of for-profit and non-profit client services, including accounting, auditing, attestation and income tax engagements.