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    David Brauer

    CPA at Brauer & Co.

    David Brauer is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and the founder of Brauer & Co., an entertainment industry accounting and consulting firm with offices in Los Angeles, New York, and Atlanta.23 He has over 25 years of experience in the entertainment industry, specializing in various aspects of film and television finance, accounting, and tax incentives.1

    Professional Background

    David Brauer founded Brauer & Co. in April 2009 and has been serving as its CPA and consultant since then.1 Prior to founding his own firm, he held several notable positions:

    • Partner at Crowe Horwath LLP (formerly Grobstein, Horwath & Co. LLP) from March 2004 to March 20091
    • Corporate Controller / Director of Finance at AIMedia Group from January 2001 to December 20031
    • Manager of Financial Reporting at New Regency Productions in 20001
    • Experience Senior at Arthur Andersen & Co. from September 1995 to December 19991

    Expertise

    David Brauer's areas of expertise include:

    1. Film and Television Tax Incentives: He specializes in assisting production companies with tax credit program applications and compliance across various states.2

    2. Production Consulting: Brauer provides services such as production cost analysis, budget reviews, and compliance with production finance and accounting manuals.2

    3. Entertainment Industry Accounting: His experience covers film distribution channels, licensing agreements, participation statements, and revenue share arrangements.12

    4. Financial Reporting and Auditing: Brauer has extensive experience in financial statement audits and reporting for both public and private companies in the entertainment industry.1

    Education and Certifications

    • Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Accounting from Syracuse University (1991-1995)1
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)1

    David Brauer's unique combination of entertainment industry knowledge and accounting expertise has positioned him as a valuable consultant in the field of film and television finance and tax incentives.

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    Experience

    Founder / CPA / Consultant at Brauer & Co. since April 2009
    Partner at Crowe Horwath LLP, Corporate Controller at AIMedia Group, Director of Finance at New Regency Productions, Experience Senior at Arthur Andersen & Co., Intern at NFL

    Education

    BS in Marketing and Accounting from Syracuse University, 1991 - 1995

    Location

    Los Angeles, California, United States