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We’re here to help you manage growth, stay compliant, and build capacity
with tailored financial systems.

Team Practical Experience

Our expertise spans accounting, bookkeeping, audit support, and tax preparation, ensuring clients stay compliant, organized, and financially confident.

Over 40 years of combined experience supporting nonprofits and government grantees to prepare for and successfully navigate financial and performance audits, agreed-upon procedures engagements, and financial reviews including assistance during audit fieldwork and follow-through on audit recommendations and corrective action plans.

Financial statement audits of nonprofits and trade associations assessing internal controls, testing compliance requirements, and delivering clear, actionable recommendations to strengthen financial management and governance.

Conducted donor compliance reviews of CPA firm–performed financial statement audits of grant recipients, assessing adherence to grant agreements, donor regulations, and applicable auditing standards, and providing recommendations to strengthen audit quality, compliance, and corrective action follow-up.

Our Proven Expertise Across Major Initiatives

  • Strengthening the organizational and financial capacity of civil society organizations in the Philippines—equipping them with the systems, skills, and controls needed to responsibly manage donor resources. This includes improving compliance with donor and statutory requirements, strengthening internal controls and governance, and enhancing reporting and audit readiness to ensure transparent stewardship of funds.
  • Monitoring and overseeing more than USD 1 billion in annual U.S. Government payments to government entities, contractors, and grantees in Afghanistan. This included verifying allowability and compliance, strengthening controls to mitigate risk, and promoting timely, accurate financial reporting and accountability.
  • Conducted performance audits of President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) programs in South Africa, Malawi, and Rwanda—assessing program effectiveness, internal controls, and compliance with US Government requirements, and providing actionable recommendations to strengthen oversight, accountability, and results.

Mr. Thomas Solomon is an economist and Senior Public Financial Management (PFM) Advisor with extensive experience supporting PFM reforms, domestic resource mobilization, transparency, and governance initiatives across Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. He served with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) from 2011 to 2025, advising headquarters and field missions on PFM policy and providing technical guidance on program design and monitoring and evaluation to strengthen partner-country systems and public accountability.

Earlier, he served with the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Technical Assistance (OTA) and then with the Government of the District of Columbia as Manager of the Electronic Banking and Cash Forecasting Unit. He also brings over 16 years of private-sector corporate finance experience, including as Director of Treasury Operations at Washington Gas Light Company. He holds Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Economics from the University of Oslo and served on the PEFA Advisory Board and the OECD-MAPS Steering Committee.

Mr. Sampson is an accomplished, results-driven procurement and contracting leader with extensive experience delivering large, complex acquisitions from start to finish. He has successfully led acquisition planning, market research, solicitation development, competitive evaluations, negotiations, awards, and contract/grant administration for portfolios exceeding USD 1 billion—ensuring strong governance, transparency, and best-value outcomes.

He is recognized for building efficient procurement systems, strengthening internal controls, and managing high-risk, high-visibility awards with multiple stakeholders. Mr. Sampson brings deep expertise across diverse sectors, including construction, telecommunications, and consumer products.

At GZEA, he will help organizations implementing grants and contracts with international organizations, foundations, and U.S. Government agencies by strengthening procurement processes, improving compliance, and supporting effective post-award contract and grant management.

Mr. Yohannes Araya, CPA, is a former U.S. Government Senior Foreign Service Officer with over 23 years of experience in federal financial management, development, and humanitarian assistance. He began his federal career as a performance auditor with the USAID Office of Inspector General, strengthening accountability and oversight across diverse programs. He later served as a USAID Financial Controller and in senior leadership roles guiding financial management, program oversight, and organizational effectiveness worldwide. Before entering federal service, Mr. Araya spent more than eight years with Big Six and regional accounting firms as an Audit Manager, overseeing audits of nonprofit organizations, small and medium-sized entities, state and local governments, and trade associations. He is a licensed CPA in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia and holds a B.S. in Computer Science from Northeastern Illinois University and an MBA in MIS and Accounting from the University of California, Davis.

International Expansion Support

    • Helps nonprofits and small organizations enter the international development and humanitarian space with confidence.
    • Secures and manages U.S. federal, foundation, and international donor grants and contracts.

Experienced Leadership in Global Projects

    • Led by former U.S. federal program managers and senior leaders with hands-on experience managing international projects.
    • Provides practical, field-tested expertise to strengthen organizational systems and capabilities.

Financial Capacity Strengthening

    • Conducts comprehensive financial assessments for international nonprofits and their local partners.
    • Enhances internal controls and prepares IFRS-compliant financial statements that align with global reporting standards.

Public Financial Management (PFM) Support

    • Delivers specialized PFM technical assistance tailored to nonprofits engaged in PFM-related development activities.
    • Strengthens partner capacity, financial governance, accountability, and oversight in international contexts.

Long-Term Organizational Readiness

    • Offers practical guidance, resilient financial systems, and hands-on training.
    • Builds long-term stability, global readiness, and confident participation in international development and humanitarian work.

Tax Support for Businesses and Nonprofits

Stress-Free Tax Filing

  • We manage all annual tax filings, including individual returns, business tax filings, and nonprofit Form 990s.
  • Our streamlined approach makes tax season clear, simple, and worry-free.

Audit Assistance You Can Count On

  • If you ever face an audit, we stand beside you from start to finish.
  • We manage documentation, communication, and all required follow-up—keeping the process organized and steady.

Specialized Nonprofit Tax and Compliance Support

  • Deep expertise in U.S. and international nonprofit tax requirements, including federal grant rules and donor-specific expectations.
  • We help ensure your organization meets all reporting obligations and maintains strong financial accountability.
  • Services include reviewing grant-related expenses, preparing compliance-ready records, and strengthening your financial reporting practices.

International Donor and Grant Compliance

  • Guidance on the additional tax and reporting obligations associated with foreign donors and cross-border funding.
  • We help maintain proper documentation, ensure adherence to donor conditions, and prevent compliance gaps.

A Dependable Financial Foundation

  • We provide the reliable financial base that small businesses and nonprofits need to grow with confidence.
  • Your financial records stay accurate, organized, and easy to understand.

Accurate Bookkeeping & Organized Records

  • Our team maintains precise bookkeeping and well-structured financial records.
  • You receive clear, actionable financial reports to support informed decision-making.

Monthly Accounting & Reconciliations

  • We manage monthly reconciliations, reviews, and updates to keep your financials error-free and compliant.
  • Your accounts stay current and running smoothly behind the scenes.

Efficient, Tailored Financial Systems

  • We set up and optimize financial systems customized to how your organization operates.
  • Workflows and processes are streamlined to make daily financial tasks easier and more efficient.

More Time for What Matters Most

  • By simplifying your day-to-day accounting and removing the guesswork, we free up your time to focus on your mission, customers, and organizational growth.
  • While you move forward, we keep your financial picture clear, compliant, and ready for what’s next.