Chris Saray
CPA, Principal
Biography
Chris Saray, a Principal at WilkinGuttenplan, started at the firm as an intern in the summer of 2011 and began working full-time after graduating from Rutgers University in 2012.
Chris specializes in providing audit, accounting, and tax services for condominiums and cooperatives in New York. He advises clients on various matters, including compliance, financial statement presentation, tax matters, budgeting, and reserves.
Chris’ expertise lies in providing the above services for new construction clients, which come with specific complexities and challenges inherent to newly developed buildings. Chris consults with board members to ensure that these complex matters, such as sponsor/developer expense true-ups and utility matters, are addressed and understood early. Chris is featured in publications speaking on these matters.
In addition to his client work, Chris plays an enthusiastic role in team development within his practice group and is involved in staff training programs and onboarding. Chris is also passionate about giving back to the community and is a member of the firm’s community service and volunteering initiative.
Licenses & Certifications:
- CPA License: New Jersey
Professional and Civic Achievements:
- Member of the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA)
- Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Education:
- Chris graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Rutgers University. He continues his education through regular continuing professional education (CPE) and educational seminars.
Q&A
What motivates you?
My family. I’m eager to succeed professionally for lots of reasons – but the driver is always to make my wife and sons proud of their husband/dad.
If you weren’t an accountant/consultant, what would you be?
I love making custom stuff for friends and family. Sneakers, golf shoes, t-shirts, hats – you name it. Everyone in my family has an artistic gene and that’s my outlet for mine. So, if there is a profession out there for custom ‘one-of-one’ items, I’d be in that world.
What’s your proudest professional achievement?
While it’s not one particular achievement, my proudest professional moments come when a colleague who I’ve had the opportunity to get to know, teach, coach, and mentor, finds success or accomplishment. I’ve had amazing people at WG as my mentors, and I love to pay it forward.
If you had a theme song, what would it be?
Frank Sinatra – My Way, which is also my go-to karaoke song.
