Melissa Soranno CPA

Melissa Soranno, CPA, is a manager at WithumSmith+Brown specializing in forensic and valuation services. She's a member of the NJCPA Young CPA Council and was named one of the NJCPA’s “30 Under 30.”

I have an accounting degree with a minor in economics. My economics background allowed me to understand and analyze the data used to determine the reasonableness of a value being derived. My journey into business valuations started out in traditional accounting. It allowed me to understand underlying concepts needed to perform a business valuation. My passion for performing business valuations stems from being able to incorporate different aspects of accounting and business. In any given valuation engagement, there is a tax component, an audit and accounting component, and an economic and industry research component. In addition, I have the ability to meet with attorneys and interview business owners to learn about the operations of a variety of companies and industries.