Citrin Cooperman Partner Brian J. Hoffman Appointed Treasurer of JEVS Human Services

DOYLESTOWN, PA, October 27, 2010 (Press-News.org) Brian J. "BJ" Hoffman, CPA, CFE and Partner of the attest and assurance, tax, and business advisory accounting firm Citrin Cooperman & Company, LLP in Philadelphia, has been appointed JEVS Human Services board treasurer for a third term.

JEVS Human Services is one of the largest, private nonprofit organizations in the Delaware Valley working to enhance the employability, independence, and quality of life of individuals by creating innovative and sustainable solutions to address current and future community needs.

"I am a strong believer in giving back to the community," Hoffman said. "My involvement with JEVS, allows me to put my professional expertise in accounting and financial services to good use by working with an excellent organization that assists more than 20,000 people annually. JEVS provides a myriad of life-changing, comprehensive sustainability programs to the Greater Philadelphia region and its residents. I am honored to be re-appointed to the board treasurer position."

"BJ brings a real community-minded nonprofit passion, incredible financial knowledge and energy to our organization," said JEVS Human Service President Jay Spector. "He has helped us successfully navigate the financial terrain for our continued success. We are delighted he will continue serving on the board for a third term."

At Citrin Cooperman, Hoffman provides clients with a mix of audit, tax and litigation support services. Hoffman, who has 19 years of experience with two other Philadelphia-area accounting firms, joined the firm in August 2010. He works with clients in a variety of industries, most often with closely-held entities. Professional service firms and real estate enterprises are a particular focus of his practice. Looking for fraud, waste and abuse in order to improve clients' profitability, Hoffman's practice often goes beyond tax and audit work. As a CFE, he provides litigation support and forensic expertise to law firms on issues such as damage assessments, employee theft and divorce.

Hoffman is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. He is a magna cum laude graduate of Lehigh University's School of Business and Economics. Hoffman is the past president of the board of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Philadelphia and Southeastern Pennsylvania.

Founded in 1941 by 25 Jewish concerned citizens, Jewish Employment and Vocational Service was established to help Jewish refugees adjust to life in Philadelphia. It is an organization that assists more than 20,000 individuals each year, focusing on individuals with physical, developmental, and emotional challenges, as well as those facing adverse socio-economic conditions, including unemployment and underemployment.

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