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Craig Erickson

Craig Erickson, CPA

Partner, Assurance

Craig is the Partner-in-Charge of the Employee Benefit Plan Services group where he handles audits of defined contribution plans, defined benefit plans, health and welfare plans and ESOPs. He is well versed with the compliance requirements necessary to fulfill the Department of Labor (“DOL”) and Employee Retirement Income Security Act (“ERISA”) regulations. Craig has over 20 years of experience in public accounting. He has provided accounting, audit and consulting services to clients in a variety of middle market industries, including manufacturing, wholesale/distribution, professional services, private foundations, and sports and entertainment.


Education

BS – Accounting
The College of New Jersey

Certified Public Accountant in New Jersey

Certified Public Accountant in New York

Professional Affiliations

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants – Nonprofit Interest Group

Meadowlands Chamber of Commerce

The College of New Jersey’s School of Business Alumni Association

Beyond Wiss

When not in the office, Craig is a sports enthusiast and enjoys spending time with his family.

Community Involvement

As an inductee of the Rutherford High School Athletic Hall of Fame, Craig serves on their committee to recognize other talented high school athletes; as well as serving as a member of the Rutherford Education Foundation, which is a non-profit organization devoted to continuing the excellence of the Rutherford Public Schools and the Community.


Fun Facts

What is the best professional advice someone ever gave you and you still live by?

Talking to and learning from successful people will lead you to success.

If you were Superman, what is your kryptonite?

Mayonnaise. I hate it.

If you were not doing this, what would you be doing?

Coaching high school baseball or basketball and maybe teaching math on the side.

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