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John R. Jeffords, CPA
San Francisco Office


Audit and Advisory Partner



John is partner-in-charge of the Audit Department in the San Francisco office of Hood & Strong LLP. In this role, he has primary responsibility for quality control of the San Francisco accounting and audit practice and the scheduling of audit engagements in that office. With more than twenty years of experience in public accounting, John provides audit, accounting and business advisory services. Specifically, these services include the analysis of existing business operations, and related financial and accounting implications, and assisting clients in implementing the various long-term planning aspects of their businesses.

Areas of Experience

  • Audits, accounting and business advisory services for: 
    • SEC registrants
    • Colleges and universities 
    • Manufacturers and wholesale distributors 
    • Mortgage banking companies.
  • Analysis of existing business operations, and related financial and accounting implications
  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Trend analyses and analyses of investment alternatives


Professional/Civic Affiliations

  • Licensed by the California Board of Accountancy
  • Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Member, California Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Former Member, Finance and Audit Committee, American Red Cross Bay Area
  • Board of Directors, Independent Colleges of Northern California
  • Member, Mortgage Bankers Association of America
  • Member, Financial Management Committee, Mortgage Bankers Association
  • Member, California Mortgage Bankers Association
  • Member, Oakland Chamber of Commerce


Education

  • B.A. degree from the University of Michigan (with high distinction)