James F. Anderson, CPA - Shareholder

James founded the firm in 1985 after a long successful career with the international accounting firm of Ernst and Young. During his tenure, he obtained valuable experience working with not-for-profit organizations with a concentration in education and health care. Over the last 30 years, James built Anderson & Company PC into a major player in the New Jersey not-for-profit arena. James is noted state-wide for his work with New Jersey Private Schools for Students with Disabilities. He also is frequently called upon for his extensive knowledge of indirect costs and not-for-profit governance.

James is a graduate of Farleigh Dickenson University in Madison, NJ with a Bachelors of Arts in Accounting. He is a licensed certified public accountant and school accountant in the State of New Jersey. He is a member of the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He also serves as a trustee on several not-for-profit boards. James is married with three children and resides in Hampton, New Jersey.

Kristin F. Anderson, CPA - Shareholder

Kristin began her career in the Tax Department of the international accounting firm of Ernst and Young before coming to Anderson & Company PC in 2008.  Currently, Kristin became Partner at Anderson & Company PC in January 2016.  As part of her recent promotion, Kristin maintanes both audit and tax responsibility.  Her vast client list includes both for profit and not-for-profit organizations.

Kristin is a graduate of Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA with a Bachelor of Administration with a concentration in accounting.  Kristin is a licensed CPA in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania.  She also serves on several not-for-profit boards.  She is a member of the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants, Pennsylvania Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.  Kristin is married with two children and resides in Fanwood, New Jersey.

Bruce Brandes - Manager

Bruce began his career as a senior accountant at Anderson & Company PC in 1997. Currently, he is a manager of the firm's audit practice. Bruce has extensive experience with not-for-profit organizations with concentration in audits and consulting with New Jersey Private Schools for Students with Disabilities. He is the publisher of the "Pre-audit Checklist for New Jersey Department of Education Audits." He also has extensive experience working with several state and federal granting agencies.

Bruce is a graduate of William Paterson University with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration. He is listed in "Who's Who in Grant Administration." Bruce resides in Clinton, New Jersey.

Matthew J. Anderson - Senior Accountant

Matthew began his marketing career with Firmenich, Inc.  He was responsible for performing market research of several of the firm's product lines and celebrity projects. Matthew has been with Anderson & Company PC since 2010.  He currently performs several Private School client engagements.  He is very knowlegable on the New Jersey Private School Code.  Matt also heads our Employee Benefit audit department.  In addition, Matthew coordinates the firm's proposal preparation, plans, develops and implements all marketing strategies, communications and business development activities.

Matthew graduated from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA.  He was a member of the Lehigh Wrestling team and he received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2007. He currently resides in Long Branch, New Jersey with his wife, Carolyn and their two dogs, Hurley and Rocco.  They recently welcomed their first child, Beckham James.

Vivian Atonya - Manager

Prior to coming to Anderson & Company PC, Vivian gained valuable experience as an accounting professional, while working for MSPC Certified Public Accountant.  Vivian has extensive experience working with not-for-profit organizations.  Her areas of concentration include audit, taxation and employee benefit plans.

Vivian is a graduate of Kean University in Union, New Jersey.  She graduated with her bachelors of arts degree, with a focus in accounting.  She is a member of the New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJSCPA).  Vivian currently resides in South Brunswick, New Jersey.

Claire Ding – Senior Accountant

Claire performs audits and provides consulting work for several not-for-profit and for profit organizations. Claire’s experience includes organizations across many different industries in Taiwan and throughout the United States. Among these were private schools, public elementary schools, the Museum of Natural History and various others. The sense of community and a genuine joy for helping others is what Claire enjoys the most in her role.

Prior to joining the Anderson & Company team, Claire worked as a senior accountant at Princeton International School of Math and Science, where she gained more exposure to not-for-profit accounting. Claire’s concentrations include general not-for-profit accounting, internal controls, payroll, and taxation. Claire graduated from George Washington University with a master’s degree in accounting. She is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of New Jersey and holds a license for internal controls within the Taiwanese market.

Pamela Anderson - Client Write-Up Service Coordinator

In Pamela's current role at Anderson & Company PC, she is responsible for coordinating the firm's client write-up practice.  Prior to joining Anderson & Company PC, Pam gained valuable business experience working for AT&T and as a business analyst in the Health and Welfare Division of Aon Hewitt.  Additionally, Pam worked as an analyst in the Finance Department of Hunterdon Medical Center and most recently as an implementation specialist with Hunterdon Healthcare Partners.

Pam is a graduate of Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA where she received a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.  Pam resides in Hampton, New Jersey.

Richard Doshim - IT/Technology Consultant

Rich began working with Anderson & Coompany PC in 2000 after graduating from Devry University with a degree in computer information systems.  Rich has provided on-sight support to organizations throughout the United States during his tenure.  Rich works with clients in both the for-profit and not-for-profit arenas.  Some of his specialized industries included healthcare and New Jersey Private Schools for Students with Disabilities.

Lori Matullo – Office Administrator

Prior to joining Anderson & Company PC, Lori gained several years of experience as the office manager for many different companies amongst various industries. Her career began managing a medical physician’s office that specialized in alternative medicine before moving on to oversee a studio for Elements Therapeutic Massage. Loris’ most recent position was managing an office for an architectural firm and construction company.

Lori oversees all office operations for the firm and is a valuable part of the Anderson & Company team. Lori is a graduate of Kean University in Union, New Jersey. She possesses a Bachelor of Science degree in the area of Business Management. Lori resides in Readington Township with her husband and three sons.