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Krista Gardner

Krista Gardner

CPA

Member of the Firm
Outsourced Solutions


York, PA

717.900.2021

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Krista oversees the firm's Outsourced CFO and Accounting Solutions Department, delivering temporary and permanent support in areas including financial audit guidance, financial statement preparation, operational efficiency enhancement, and growth opportunity identification. She serves as strategic leadership for organizations as they navigate transitional periods and in long-term leadership roles for organizations seeking guidance at a CFO level.

Over the last 17 years, Krista has worked exclusively with the not-for-profit and governmental industries and is well versed in the unique experiences these organizations face including obstacles to success. Above all, she is committed to helping her clients fulfill their mission by providing meaningful guidance and strategic solutions.

With a background in audit and attest services, Krista understands the compliance requirements and challenges that organizations face and routinely challenges the status quo by focusing on future industry trends, disruptions, and the needs of her clients. Krista’s many strengths, including a servant heart for missional and community-oriented organizations, allow her to collaborate effectively with her clients as an advisor, consultant, and educator.

Krista’s passion for not-for-profits and respect for their community impact can be seen in her personal commitment to many local organizations. She has been named to Forbes' 2025 Top 200 CPAs, recognized for her experience, innovation, leadership, and community service.

 

Quick Facts

Certifications

  • Certified Public Accountant - Pennsylvania
  • AICPA Not-for-Profit Certificate II

Education

  • B.S. Accounting, Information Systems Minor - Susquehanna University

Work Highlights

  • Year joined SEK: 2020
  • Year admitted as a Member: 2020

Q&A with Krista

  • What are your hobbies?

    Spending time with family and friends, especially trying new restaurants and breweries. I love shopping and am definitely a TV junkie. I almost always have music on and love to dance.

  • What would others be surprised to learn about you?

    I was Miss Union County 2003.

  • What was your first job?

    I worked at a produce stand at a flea market when I was 14.

  • What is the most inspiring part of your job?

    Being able to mix accounting with my love for helping others and the community

My Industry Specialties

  • Local Governments
  • Nonprofits

My Service Specialties

  • Outsourced CFO & Accounting Solutions

Client Testimonials

  • Krista and her team are very familiar with our Borough and Authority, and always a pleasure to work with.

    A York Audit Client

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