EUGENE M. DEFRANK CPA

Eugene is a shareholder in the Accounting, Assurance and Advisory Services practice at Schneider Downs, bringing many years of experience and leadership to the firm. He began his public accounting career in 1985 and joined the firm in 1988, where his dedication and expertise led to his promotion to shareholder in 1998. Over the years, Eugene has gained extensive experience and expertise with privately held, private-equity-owned and ESOP-owned businesses in the construction, manufacturing, transportation and logistics industries.

Eugene is regarded as a trusted business advisor by both clients and colleagues. His counsel is frequently sought to solve complex financial, accounting, and business issues.

Professional and Community Involvement

Officer and Board Member—Epilepsy Foundation Western/Central Pennsylvania

Member—American and Pennsylvania Institutes of Certified Public Accountants.

Member—Construction Financial Management Association

Member—Schneider Downs Construction Industry Group

Member—Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association

Past Chairman—Schneider Downs Transportation and Logistics Services Group

Past Member—Schneider Downs Accounting, Assurance and Advisory Services Committee

Past Chairman – Schneider Downs Accounting and Assurance Effectiveness Committee

Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP)

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What was your childhood dream?
To play for the Pittsburgh Pirates

What is the best or most interesting thing about your career?
I met my wife at Schneider Downs.

Do you have a “motto?”
Do unto others as you would have them do to you.

When you have an hour of free time, what do you like to do?
Anything with my children.

Do you have advice for young professionals?
Work hard, learn every day, build your network, take care of your family and give to those who are less fortunate.

Eugene Defrank

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Big Problem: Governance, Risk and Compliance in a Diocesan Environment


Big Thinking: Schneider Downs built a scalable, risk-based audit program that strengthened stewardship, enhanced governance, and improved parish oversight.

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