Our firm provides outstanding service to our clients because of our dedication to the three underlying principles of professionalism, responsiveness and quality
Overview
H Carl Sturcke is the sole proprietor of the accounting firm of Sturcke & Associates, which he founded in 1991 following 26 years with KMPG, and predecessor firms. During his public accounting career, Mr Sturcke has had extensive experience with a wide variety of tax-exempt organizations, commercial enterprises, law firms and other service organizations, as well as personal taxation and financial planning issues. His solid technical background and experience in taxation, IRS and state tax audits and specialized industries enable him to explore solutions to problems in order to arrive at satisfactory conclusions. He is a member of the AICPA and the New Jersey Society of CPAs. He is licensed to practice public accounting in New Jersey, and Sturcke & Associates is a member of the Private Practice Section of the AICPA.
Professional Experience
Sturcke & Associates – Sole Proprietor
Upper Montclair, New Jersey 1991 to Present
Carl is responsible for overseeing and providing professional services to each client of the Firm, principally individual taxpayers but also tax-exempt organizations, law firms and other service organizations. Following his years with KPMG, Carl developed a full-service accounting firm providing audits, reviews, compilations, tax planning and compliance, computer consulting, surveys, and general business advisory services to a variety of clients, but currently he focuses primarily on over 300 individual taxpayers.
KPMG – Engagement Partner
Short Hills, New Jersey 1987 to 1991 – Engagement Partner
Carl was responsible for overseeing delivery of all professional services provided by the Firm to a variety of clients, principally commercial enterprises (high-tech manufacturing), tax-exempt organizations and law firms. He had direct responsibility for local office training and interoffice audit engagements. He developed an audit practice that grossed $700,000 annually, having started with no client base following years of leadership responsibilities in the Firm’s Executive Office. Carl served as many as 100 different clients annually, requiring concurrent supervision of many professionals assigned to those clients.
KMG Main Hurdman
New York City
1985-1987, National Director of Professional Development
1977-1985 Director of Quality Control
1971-1977 Manager in Executive Office of Professional Standards
1965-1971 Staff – Manager in New York Practice Office
After seven years in Hurdman & Cranstoun’s New York practice office serving a variety of clients, including Avon Products and the The Sperry & Hutchinson Company, Carl joined the Firm’s Executive Office of Professional Standards, where his primary responsibility was quality control for the entire Firm. Hurdman & Cranstoun merged in 1979 to form KMG Main Hurdman, where Carl continued his quality control responsibilities. From 1985 to 1987, Carl was responsible for all professional development activities of the Firm. In that capacity, he was responsible for selection and/or development of course material, delivery of programs, and administration of Firm policies; managed a $2 million annual budget; and supervised up to 13 full-time professional and administrative staff and numerous part-time professionals recruited from other offices. In 1987, KMG merged with Peat Marwick Mitchell & Co to form KPMG.
Company Culture
Professionalism
Sturcke & Associates is one of the leading small firms in the area. By combining our expertise, experience, and the energy of our staff, each client receives close, personal and professional attention. We say that “CPA” stands for Close Personal Attention at Sturcke & Associates.
Responsivenes
Our Firm is responsive. Individuals who choose our Firm rely on competent advice and fast, accurate personnel. We provide financial services to individuals, small businesses, and other agencies. To see a listing of our services, please take a moment and look at our services page. Because we get new business from the people who know us best, client referrals have fueled our growth in recent years. Through hard work, we have earned the respect of the business and financial communities. This respect illustrates our diverse talents, dedication, and ability to respond quickly. We will answer all of your questions, as they impact both your tax and financial situations, and we welcome you to contact us any time.
Quality
An accounting firm is known for the quality of its services. Our Firm’s reputation reflects the high standards we demand of ourselves. Our primary goal as a trusted advisor is to be available to provide insightful advice to enable our clients to make informed financial decisions. We do not accept anything else from ourselves and this is what we deliver to you. We feel it is extremely important to continually professionally educate ourselves to improve our technical expertise, financial knowledge, and service to our clients. Our high service quality and “raving fan” clients are the result of our commitment to excellence.
