James A. Michalak
Partner
"Staying at the forefront of technology allows us to provide exceptional client service."
James A. Michalak, CPA, CITP joined Herbein in 2002 as a Manager in the Accounting & Auditing Department. Jim has over 25 years of experience servicing manufacturing and distribution companies, financial institutions (in areas such as audit, internal audit, asset based lending field exams) and employee benefit plan audits.
Jim is the chair of Herbein’s Technology Group which is responsible for ensuring that the firm remains on the cutting edge to provide client solutions in the most efficient manner.
Education and Certifications
- Alvernia College – B.S. degree in Accounting
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP)
Organizations
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) – Member
- PICPA – Member of the Employee Benefit Plan Committee and Conference Subcommittee
- Exeter Little League – Board member and treasurer
- IMA Reading Chapter – Board member, treasurer, director of the web site, and past president
- Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) – Member
- Mid-Atlantic Council of the IMA – Past board member and regional director
- Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) – Member
- PKF North America Network National Conference – Firm Member and Speaker
- Reading Musical Foundation – Past board member and treasurer
- YMCA of Reading & Berks County – Board member and treasurer
Beyond Herbein
Jim is a technology buff and Penn State fan.