SAN JOSE, CALIF. – Following another year of growth and increased profitability, Sensiba San Filippo LLP (SSF), a leading Bay Area public accounting firm, is pleased to announce that Mr. John Sensiba has been appointed the Firm’s new managing partner.

“It is a great honor to assume this role, following my longtime partner and friend, Bob Lee”, said Mr. Sensiba. “I am excited about continuing to execute and enhance Sensiba San Filippo’s vision of being knowledge leaders and quality accounting and tax providers in our niche industries. Bob has built an overwhelmingly positive direction for our clients and our team members, and continues to serve as a role model to the firm through his exemplary client service, dedication to the people of SSF, and his commitment to the community and our profession. Of course, he will continue to be an active member of our firm’s leadership team while also refocusing on his substantial accounting practice including heading up our Non-Profit Organization team.”

Prior to the appointment to the Managing Partner role, Mr. Sensiba was an active member of the firm’s leadership team, having led the firm’s Tax Department and also having served multiple terms on the firm’s Executive Committee, providing guidance and direction to the firm’s operations and strategy.

Mr. Lee added that “Sensiba San Filippo has been built on an environment of opportunity, shared responsibility and partnership. As such, we encourage all members to assume leadership positions within and without the organization. As my third term as Managing Partner is coming to its conclusion, I am pleased to be transitioning the Managing Partner role over to John. I’m confident that he will continue to shape SSF in a manner that best serves our clients, our people and our community, and all of our partners and I look forward to supporting him in ensuring that we remain a service provider and employer of choice in the Bay Area.”

Sensiba San Filippo is a multi-servie public accounting and consulting firm that brings actionable business solutions to its clients through its unique brand of service, industry-specific knowledge, technical expertise and its SSF Knowledge Series publications and classes. Key industries of specialization include venture-backed technology, construction and real estate development, agribusiness, charitable organizations and private foundations, manufacturing and venture capital. 17 partners and 110 employees deliver SSF’s knowledge-based service to clients throughout the greater Bay Area.

For additional information, please contact Karen Yang by phone at 408.350.1937, by email kyang@ssfllp.com or on the web at www.ssfllp.com.