Jeanne has more than 29 years of public accounting experience. Her background includes serving a variety of clients, both public and private, from a diverse group of industries, including transportation and logistics, manufacturing and distribution, investment, professional services and technology. As former chair of the firm’s ERISA services industry group, she is the lead shareholder for many of the firm’s largest ERISA clients. Jeanne currently chairs the firm’s Manufacturing Services Industry Group.
Jeanne joined the firm in November 1997 and became a shareholder in 2013. She has overall responsibility of selected audits, as well as of delivering the firm’s accounting, assurance, tax and business advisory services to her corporate client base. Such responsibilities require significant planning, technical and administrative skills and extensive knowledge of financial reporting requirements and operating concerns of entities served.
Board of Directors—Schneider Downs & Co., Inc.
Practice Leader—Schneider Downs Manufacturing Industry Group
Member—Schneider Downs SEC Practice Group
Member—Schneider Downs ERISA Services Industry Group
Member—American and Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Past Member (2018–2024)—Board of Directors and Treasurer, Mt. Lebanon Community Foundation
Past Member (2019–2024)—Board of Directors, YWCA of Greater Pittsburgh
Member—Western PA Corporate Women Collaborative
Graduate—Leadership Pittsburgh XXXII
Do you have a hobby or personal passion?
I love interior decorating and design.
What was the best advice you’ve ever received?
My father told me that life is not about what happens to us but rather our reaction to the situation.
What was your childhood dream?
To be a famous interior designer.
What is the best or most interesting thing about your career?
It constantly changes, always learning something new and continually developing.
What was your first job?
I worked at a bakery, TJ Cinnamons
Do you have a “motto?”
Mind over matter.
When you have an hour of free time, what do you like to do?
Free time…. What is that? – spending time with my family anytime, anyplace!
Do you have advice for young professionals?
Take every opportunity afforded to you and make the most of it.
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Big Problem: Large Tax Burden In The Succession Plans Of A Family Business.
Big Thinking: Creating A Grantor Trust To Save $1.5 Million.
