Attorneys
"Judelson, Giordano & Siegel, CPA, PC are more responsive, accessible and easier to deal with than other firms. They did some outstanding work in redesigning reports for our partners."
Howard Protter, Managing Partner
Jacobowitz & Gubits LLP
Client since 1997
"JGS is very good, and very responsive. They promptly return phone calls and offer a quality level of service and tax expertise. I've found that I've been making more money and paying less in taxes legally. To me that's exceptional."
Randy Coffill
Attorney
Client since 2001
Contractors
"They know monthly what is going on. They know everything about the business, my personal finances, and my relationships with employees. There is nothing that I hide from them. They are helping with full estate planning and business acquisition. They helped me leverage the numbers in the acquisition and helped in negotiating the cost of the business. They have enabled me to get the financing in place and the right ROI on the purchase price, including how to deal with it. They will climb any mountain I ask them to climb.
If I purchase any major piece of equipment, we talk about depreciation. They can integrate from business to personal down to your children's tax estate planning. The team at JGS consists of "go to" people. I recommend them. I like them very much, and I have a lot of admiration for the firm."
Ed Engle
President
Astar Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
Client since 1976
"Every phone call is important to Bill. I think of him as more of a friend than an accountant. The personal touch is important. I've been able to call Bill at any time, at home, and he has responded to me. He's made multiple visits, and he has always been very professional. He's been very astute to whatever arises and deals with it immediately. And he's always made me feel comfortable."
John Heilman
Client since 1986
"We wanted experience in construction, a clear and accurate ability to communicate the financial condition of the company. We have Gary look at each deal to give us the tax implications and advice on negotiations. We've been audited by the IRS and NYS sales tax department and as difficult and arduous as the process can be Gary Cassiello and Judelson, Giordano & Siegel, CPA, PC have prevailed and their positions taken on Verticon's behalf proven correct. I consider Gary a friend. His advice has made him an indispensable member of the Verticon team. They have a deep and intelligent understanding of the construction industry from a tax, bonding as well as a banking standpoint. There is no one I would go to with succession planning except JGS. They can look at a situation when it's presented with adeptness and provide a clear and intelligent view of it. They can guide you into the right decision. We recommend them to others all the time."
Alan Zuckerman
Verticon Commercial Bldg. Contractor
Client since 1974
"I definitely give them a 10 - they are super!"
Roger Mitschele, Jr.
Springbrook Enterprises, Inc.
Client since 1986
“As a young three year old company in 2006, we needed the expertise of a CPA firm that could communicate openly and respect our uniqueness to help us structure our organization and financial recording processes to make American Petroleum one of the fastest growing environmental construction companies in the Mid Hudson Valley. Judelson, Giordano and Siegel proved their worth to us (now in our fifth year) with consistent, exceptional advice assisting us in our accounting procedures, stabilizing capital, increasing cash flow forecasting and providing valuable insight to the rigors of running a successful company. “
Anthony M. Rizzi
President and CEO
American Petroleum Equipment and Construction Company
Client since 2006
Funeral Homes
"Judelson, Giordano and Siegel are far superior to the accountants I have had in the past. The cost, their ability and the direction they offer you, places them above the competition. Their expertise regarding my business and my retirement needs was amazing! They are incredible negotiators and helped me tremendously with the sale of my business."
David Ferguson
Retired Funeral Home Director
Client since 1990
"Frank knows the funeral business very well. He came into business acquisitions and he's helped in negotiating the price."
Anthony Ingrassia
Ralston Lippincott Funeral Homes
Client since 1974
Insurance
"The estate planning JGS did was outstanding. They work well with the attorney to get it done. I recommend clients to them."
Ed Berry
Wallace and Berry
Client since 1964
"JGS has been the best. They ask all the right questions. As we've gone along in business, we've acquired a number of companies (we've done 8 or 9 acquisitions) and everyone was different. It was Frank's foresight, knowledge and clear thinking that made every one of them successful. We always recommend them to others."
Joyce Salimeno
Gersten-Hillman Agency
Client since 1969
"JGS is beyond comparison to other firms. They are very proactive and knowledgeable. We have a real comfort level working with them. They made the transfer of ownership in our family business seamless, and they have all the information, pros & cons on the tax issues."
Garrett Durland
Seely & Durland
Client since 1984
"JGS is superior because of the personalized service they provide. Bonnie Orr is wonderful; she does everything for us. With other accountants we would leave a message and it would take a long time to get a response. Bonnie calls back very promptly."
Senta Curran
George Thompson Agency
Client since 2002
Manufacturing
“We attribute a great deal of our long term success to JGSPC, our accounting firm since 1932. Jack Judelson was one of my grandfather’s closest business advisors and my father, uncle and I would say the same about Frank and Bill. They consistently provide our 4th generation family owned business with incredibly valuable advice, both from an accounting and overall business standpoint. JGSPC has worked with Efco in many areas including auditing, estate planning, succession planning, and tax compliance. We have and will continue to recommended their extraordinary level of service to companies throughout the Hudson Valley.”
Steven Effron
Executive Vice President
Efco Products, Inc.
Client since 1932 (4th Generation)
Medical
"We've had many IRS audits - 3 in the last 10 years. I've never had to show up for an audit. JGS takes care of it all. I'm very happy with their service. My expectations are high, and they've equaled them. There are so many little things they do on an ongoing basis. Their level of service has been solid and high quality; whatever I need they take care of. There is almost no one I know in any field that is more responsive, more prompt and more diligent. The other thing I like about the firm is they are conservative and that gives me a level of comfort. I'm satisfied with their quality, timeliness, and their ethics. I'm confident that when I send in a return I'm not going to get in trouble. There has never been anything they've done that has been overturned."
Dr. Schuyler Newman
Orange Pathology Assoc.
Client since 1969
"They are very honorable. They always do it the right way. Frank treats his clients as if they were family. Frank always takes you under his arm. The firms that are coming up from the city don't treat you that way. Frank would always be concerned and do something beyond average, something out of the ordinary and not even charge you for it. I felt that was very important. Frank worked with me to develop a plan for retirement, so that I could have what I needed by the age of 63. He showed me what could accumulate. Being conservative, this was a great tool for me. JGS is a terrific firm!
Dr. Barry Fenner
Dentist
Client since 1974
"There's a certain personal touch from JGS that other firms lack. JGS doesn't forget who we are. They were extremely helpful when I detected some embezzlement by one of my employees. They helped me work through everything including filling out the timeline I was going to present to the police. JGS has set a new standard for what an accountant should be. They are like part of the family."
Dr. Allen Levine
Client since 1974
"Frank is a quintessential pro company individual. He does not look at individuals within the company, but looks for what is best for the company as a whole... Frank is a tremendous negotiator; he makes things happen. In contrast to other professionals who turn things down; he makes things come together by negotiating on behalf of the company, not individuals. They are excellent not only in accounting but in making deals with the hospital. We recommend him all the time."
Dr. Salvatore DeVincenzo
Goshen Medical Assoc.
Client since 1989
"JGS did some outstanding work for us when we were the subject of an IRS audit. We walked away without any changes to the return. I think the amount of preparation that went into that was extensive. It all comes back to their honesty, integrity and the way they work."
Dr. Richard Fuchs
Pediatric Associates
Client since 1994
"Stan calls me EVERY time from his car the moment he leaves your office. I just want to tell you how grateful I am that you came into our lives. There aren't many people that do an exceptional job and have the passion that you have. You really care about your clients. Regardless of how much money we end up with this is really about our relationship. You are not just our accountant, but truly a friend. Thank you."
Penny Kogan
Spouse of Dr. Stanley Kogan
Client since 2000
Not for Profit
"They take the time to do the procedures - they don't take any shortcuts. They are a very thorough accounting firm."
Glen Connoly
Orange County Community College Association
Client since 1950
Professional Services
"I expected them to be great and they have been. It's not only their competency, but the relationship. They really know their stuff, and I enjoy meeting with them. They are not your typical boring accountants. They are like a business partner. They open your eyes to more strategies. I recommend them on a regular basis."
Keryl Pesce
CK Enterprises
Client since 2002
Real Estate
"Bonnie is a consummate professional. She dots every "i" and crosses every "t". She never allows me to fall into a place where I am vulnerable. I sleep very well at night because of Bonnie. She saves me money on taxes; prevents me from pitfalls. She is on the top of her game. She never lets the ball drop."
Alan Boss
Annex Antique
Client since 1981
Retail
"I don't have any complaints with the firm. I give them a 10 on everything. They have been great."
Jim Radeloff
Royal Furniture
Client since 1934
Wholesalers
"The level of service JGS provides is outstanding. I give them a 10! I don't give out big marks that easily, but they are good and save me taxes."
DW Porto
Alta East Inc.
Client since 1944 (3rd Generation)
"The reputation and integrity of JGS is impeccable. We're getting better attention, with industry specific expertise. JGS assisted with the original acquisition and the other shareholders thought so highly of JGS's performance, we hired them!"
"We were previously with a national accounting firm, their services pale in comparison to those of JGS. I've proudly recommended JGS to other distributors."
Edward Crowley
President
Dichello Distributors, Inc.
Client since 1998
"JGS has been great! Their pricing is better, their service is better and the timeliness of reports is better than the Big 6 firm we had previously. I was expecting a higher level of service from the Big 6 firm, but we never got it. The Big 6 firm was expensive, inaccessible and made mistakes. JGS has brought more to the table for me than I ever expected. Our accounting practices are back on track, and we are moving forward. JGS is a resource I wish we had years ago for advice and guidance with acquisitions. JGS has done everything I've asked them to do and more. They're great business advisors, and I've recommended them to other Anheuser-Busch distributors."
Dominick Bertoline
President
D. Bertoline & Sons Inc.
Client since 2001
"100% better - They are thorough & they follow up."
Ken Sproge
Greenheart Durawoods
Client since 2001
JGS orchestrated a buy-out deal between my father and I that was both brilliant and creative. We couldn't have done it without them. My father and I had other accountants look at our situation, but they just didn't have the expertise of the JGS team. When it comes to buy outs, acquisitions and mergers Judelson, Giordano and Siegel is the firm I would recommend to anyone.
Eric Filardi
President
F&F Distributors
Client since 2006
“JGS have been our accountants for 38 years.....actually they are much more than accountants we consider JGS extremely valuable business consultants. JGS knows our business model, our business processes, and go that extra step by learning about and staying on top of our industry. Because of their intimate knowledge of our business, our industry and our family dynamics, their advice regarding business or succession plans is invaluable...........and the best thing is we can all get together and have a cold beer at the end of the day.”
Fred C. Dana
Vice President
Dana Distributors, Inc.
Client since 1970
