Meet the Team

Owner

Matt began his professional career as an auditor where he specialized in financial statement audits of not-for-profits and worked with some of the largest not-for-profits in the industry.  During law school, Matt refocused his career on tax law and began working with high-net-worth individuals, privately held businesses, trusts, and gift tax.  After spending nearly a decade in large accounting firm settings, Matt started DiRusso Tax & Accounting. 

Matt advises his clients on the tax, law, and accounting aspects of starting and running a business, allowing his clients to focus more on operations.  Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, Matt’s understanding of tax, law, and accounting allows him identify and analyze tax issues and provide solutions with an eye toward tax minimization.  When tax issues arise, he represents clients in federal and state court.

Another important part of his practice involves estate tax and planning matters including life-time gift giving, wills, living trusts, and other planning tools. Matt’s clients seek his assistance in post-mortem tax planning, preparation of fiduciary accountings, estate tax and estate income tax returns. He also represents clients in Surrogate’s Court with matters involving probate of wills and trusts and estates administration.

Associate

Justin joined DiRusso Tax & Accounting in January 2023 as an Intern during tax season and focused primarily on individual and business tax preparation. In April 2023, Justin officially joined DiRusso Tax & Accounting as an Associate.  Justin is currently studying toward his Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting and aspires to take the CPA Exam.  Justin focuses on the preparation of tax returns, responses to federal, state and local tax notices, financial statement preparation, state and local taxes, and business formations.