Business Details
33 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting and Tax Services in Southwestern Pennsylvania
Established in 1993, Guthrie Belczyk & Associates PC is committed to delivering exceptional accounting, audit, and tax services to individuals, businesses, trusts, estates, governments, and nonprofit organizations. Our team of seasoned professionals brings decades of combined experience, offering personalized care alongside technical expertise. We specialize in complex financial transactions, day-to-day operational oversight, and industry-specific reporting requirements. Our founders, with over 70 years of cumulative experience, prioritize client needs while maintaining rigorous compliance with professional standards.Active in the Southwestern Pennsylvania community, we serve on boards of local organizations and participate in the AICPA Peer Review Program, consistently earning unmodified reportsthe highest evaluation possible. Our advisors continuously study evolving tax codes and financial regulations to ensure clients receive accurate, forward-thinking guidance tailored to their unique goals.
Services
Tax Services
Auditing
Accounting
Consulting
Employee Benefit Plan Audits
QuickBooks Consulting
Business Succession Planning
IRS Audit Representation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer over 70 combined years of experience in accounting and tax services.
- Our team provides personalized care while maintaining professional rigor.
- Specialized expertise in nonprofit, governmental, and complex tax matters.
- Active community involvement and local market knowledge in Southwestern Pennsylvania.
- Consistently receive unmodified AICPA Peer Review reports since 1993.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) Peer Review Program
Services
Tax Services
Our tax experts analyze evolving IRS codes to deliver strategic planning, research, and audit representation. We serve individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and trusts with customized compliance solutions. Specializing in complex federal and state tax issues, we ensure accurate filings while optimizing financial outcomes through proactive advisory services.
Employee Benefit Plan Audits
We conduct specialized ERISA-compliant audits for retirement plans, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Our CPAs combine deep industry knowledge with fraud detection expertise to verify plan accuracy. This service helps organizations mitigate risks while maintaining compliance with Department of Labor requirements through detailed reporting and process improvements.
Nonprofit Accounting
Tailored financial solutions for nonprofit organizations, including GAAP-compliant reporting and grant-specific audits. Our team understands unique funding structures and compliance requirements. We provide transparent financial stewardship to help nonprofits maintain accountability to donors, boards, and regulatory bodies while supporting mission-driven objectives.
Business Consulting
We offer strategic guidance for business planning, succession strategies, and financing solutions. Our consultants combine industry-specific insights with operational expertise to improve decision-making. Services include cash flow analysis, internal control assessments, and growth strategy development tailored to closely held and family-owned businesses.
QuickBooks Consulting
Our ProAdvisor-certified specialists implement and optimize accounting systems for new and existing businesses. We provide training, process automation, and integration solutions to enhance financial workflows. This service ensures accurate record-keeping and streamlined operations through customized QuickBooks configurations aligned with clients' specific industry needs.
People
Charles R. Guthrie
Managing Partner
Founder with 37 years of CPA experience specializing in nonprofit and governmental accounting. Active board member of Community Bank, NA and local organizations. Graduated from Waynesburg University with accounting degree.
R. Carlyn Belczyk
Partner
Co-founder holding accounting accreditation from California University of Pennsylvania. Serves on boards of Mon Valley Hospital and Washington Financial Bank. Specializes in nonprofit and governmental auditing with extensive industry experience.
Mark G. Winiecki
Partner
Tax specialist with 37 years of experience in complex federal and state tax issues. Holds MST degree from Robert Morris University. Member of AICPA and PICPA with focus on research-driven tax solutions.
Sandra K. Guthrie
Partner
Certified Fraud Examiner with 20+ years in nonprofit and for-profit auditing. Leads employee benefit plan practice. Active in Washington County Community Foundation and local governance initiatives.
Michael K. Warne
Partner
Forensic accounting specialist with MST from Robert Morris University. Focuses on tax strategy and consulting services. Serves on multiple local organization boards while maintaining AICPA and PICPA memberships.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for nonprofit organizations?
We provide GAAP-compliant financial reporting, grant-specific audits, and compliance assistance tailored to nonprofit organizations' unique funding structures and regulatory requirements.
How do you handle complex tax issues for businesses?
Our team conducts in-depth research on evolving tax codes and provides strategic planning, compliance filings, and audit representation for complex federal and state tax matters.
Do you specialize in any specific industries?
We serve governmental entities, nonprofits, manufacturing firms, medical practices, contractors, retail establishments, and closely held businesses with industry-specific accounting expertise.
What is your experience with employee benefit plan audits?
We perform ERISA-compliant audits for retirement plans, combining regulatory expertise with fraud detection to ensure compliance with Department of Labor requirements.
How does your firm maintain professional standards?
We participate in the AICPA Peer Review Program, consistently receiving unmodified reports since 1993 to ensure compliance with professional accounting standards.
What consulting services do you offer for business owners?
We provide business planning, succession strategies, financing assistance, and retirement planning services tailored to closely held and family-owned businesses' needs.
