accountant, nonprofit auditor, governmental auditor

Matthew R. Matson, CPA, Partner

Professional Experience

Mr. Matson has been with Peterson Sullivan since 1988. He works extensively on the Firm’s governmental engagements (including many in the State of Alaska) and also reviews the majority of the Firm’s compliance audit engagements. Matt works with a variety of clients, but he primarily focuses on the nonprofit industry and public companies.

Professional Activities

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Head of the United Way Audit Review Committee
  • Member of the United Way Community Building Committee
  • Washington Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Washington Society of Certified Public Accountants Nonprofit Committee

Education

Matt earned his Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and his Bachelor of Arts in Physics, both at Pacific Lutheran University.   In addition, he received the Elijah Watt Sells Gold Medal Award for achieving the highest test scores in Washington State of all persons taking the May 1988 CPA exam.

Fun Facts

  • First Job: Slug bait maker
  • College Nickname: “Houston”
  • First Concert: Crosby Stills and Nash

Contact

Service Areas

Industries

  • Biotech
  • Broker Dealers
  • Construction Contractors
  • Government Entities
  • Manufacturing
  • Natural Resources / Extractive Industries
  • Non-profit Organizations
  • SEC / PCAOB
  • Trade Associations
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