Amanda is a Director in AAFCPAs’ Commercial Audit Practice and has extensive experience leading financial statement attestations to a diverse portfolio of privately held companies in the technology/SaaS, life sciences, and professional services industries. She works closely with clients at every stage of growth, from pre-revenue start-ups to venture-backed and private equity-owned companies navigating funding rounds and acquisition activity.
Amanda’s background in tax and audit gives her a broad perspective on financial reporting and business operations. She takes a collaborative approach with management teams and enjoys advising clients on complex technical matters such as revenue recognition, stock-based compensation, software capitalization, and merger and acquisition accounting and reporting.
Prior to joining AAFCPAs, Amanda garnered more than a decade of experience in public accounting at regional and national firms. In addition to client-facing work, She has been an active participant in leading audit methodology, quality control and training initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining high standards and fostering professional growth. Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending quality time with family and friends and cooking for others.
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Articles by AMANDA
New 1099 reporting thresholds are in effect for 2026. Businesses should understand what has changed and review vendor records, W-9 information, and payment activity before...
In her latest column in The Bay, Carmen Grinkis, PhD, CLTC, CLU®, CFP®, Co-Managing Partner & Wealth Advisor at AAF Wealth Management, explores the surprising...
What we choose to keep, change, or leave behind can reveal a great deal about our priorities. Carmen Grinkis considers how the clarity that follows...
