Maria Sarmadi is a Certified Public Accountant who focuses on legal accounting. She has more than 16 years of accounting experience, and she supports the firm's billing department with practical, well-organized financial processes that keep billing accurate and compliant.
Role and Responsibilities
- Manages matter-based billing and e-billing workflows
- Supports trust account (IOLTA) recordkeeping and compliance
- Maintains the firm's financial controls and accounting processes
- Turns complex accounting and tax requirements into clear, workable procedures
Experience
Maria began her accounting career after graduating with honors from Moscow State Finance University. She moved to the United States to advance her career and earned her California CPA license in 2021. She has served law firms, legal-services organizations, and other clients, and she joined Hackler Flynn & Associates in 2019.
Outside the Office
When she's not at work, Maria enjoys spending time with family.
At a Glance
Education
- Master of Accountancy and Taxation, Moscow State Finance University, 2010, with honors
Licenses
- Certified Public Accountant, California, 2021
Languages
- Russian (native)