Patricia “Pat” Zanin, CPA

Senior Tax Manager, Business Services

Areas of Expertise

Business Tax Return Preparation, Review and Consulting

Multi-State Tax Compliance and Advisory

Sales Tax Nexus Consulting

Business Consulting

Math provides the framework for understanding and creating music – focusing on pattern recognition, abstract concepts and recognizing there’s always a story behind the numbers to help understand why and how things happen. Pat appreciates that intersection between her career and her life outside the office where she enjoys performing in show choirs and other vocal groups, fulfilling DY USA’s Core Value Embrace a Healthy Work-Life.

With experience in regional and national public accounting firms, as well as roles in private industry, the nonprofit sector and serving as a Director of Finance, Pat is a strategic, relatable advisor who understands the challenges and opportunities in-house finance and operations professionals face.

Pat specializes in US corporate tax preparation and review, estimated tax planning, compliance and an increasing focus on sales-tax nexus. She also helps businesses manage the intricacies associated with working with the IRS.

Pat is passionate about helping clients manage their business operations more effectively and minimizing their anxiety related to taxes. Her organized approach, attention to detail and ability to truly understand her clients’ challenges help business owners make better decisions and feel more in control of their financial future.

She is DY USA’s internal champion for CCH software and SafeSend and a member of the firm’s software implementation and technology team.

Pat earned her bachelor of science degree in accounting from the University of Akron. She is a licensed CPA and is a member of the AICPA.

Pat enjoys playing guitar and piano and is currently learning to play the cello. Her hobbies also include scrapbooking, playing golf, reading, vegan cooking and Zentangle art.