Shawn is a Certified Public Accountant with more than 15 years of experience in public accounting, with a primary focus on assurance services and financial statement preparation for privately-held businesses, not-for-profits, and employee benefit plans. Shawn is licensed to practice as a CPA in the state of Illinois.
Phone: (708) 386-1433 x122
Direct: (708) 406-8612
Associations
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Illinois CPA Society
Education
Northern Illinois University – Bachelor of Science, Accountancy
Hobbies
Basketball, golf, video games, spending time with family, bike riding, music, and going to restaurants
Q&A
Make a prediction about your industry and the clients you serve.
I believe the accounting field will continue to evolve as it becomes increasingly accepting of technology, specifically A.I. This, in turn, will have an affect on many industries in the profession, with an overall trend towards automation of tasks and primary analytics. These advancements make it more important than ever that accountants maintain their focus on providing meaningful insight and support to their clients using their skills, experience, and expertise.
What drew you to Sassetti?
What drew me to Sassetti are the people, its commitment to properly caring for their employees, and having an opportunity to grow with the firm.
Describe your work style.
Dedicated and purposeful. Ultimately, I strive to minimize surprises through effective planning, and also look to create and foster collaborative environments.
In another life, what career do you imagine having?
Youth Basketball Coach
What is it about Accounting that attracted you to the field?
I was attracted to a career in public accounting prior to college after talking with practicing accountants about the positive aspects of the of profession, which included relative stability along with having the opportunity for continuous learning. As I progressed in the field, I came to appreciate working with clients and within team environments. While the profession quite often calls for the need to be meticulous, It also allows for chances to be intellectually stimulated when the need arises to address complex issues and/or analyzing prospective solutions.
