People

David J. Goodman

Partner, PKF O’Connor Davies LLP

Partner, PKF O’Connor Davies Advisory LLC

“I chose my career as a CPA because I wanted to make a difference. I offer my professional expertise to help my clients achieve meaningful results.”

David Goodman is our Dental Practice Leader, and has over 35 years of experience working with a client base of individuals and closely-held businesses. Before joining the Firm, David was Managing Director of LB Goodman & Co. He began his career with one of the Big Four accounting firms in New York City.

As a thought leader around dental professional practices, David is often invited to speak on tax-related, practice management and growth topics. He is a national speaker on a variety of dental practice related topics. He is known for his practical, educational and entertaining style.  He is also a frequent contributor to Dental Economics magazine on practice and financial management.

David is a past president of the Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey (JFNNJ) and Jewish Family and Children’s Services of Northern New Jersey. David is also the co-founder of the JFNNJ Klene Up Krewe, which has led over 400 volunteers on disaster recovery trips. 

Professional Affiliations & Civic Involvement

  • Academy of Dental Certified Public Accountants (ADCPA)
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA)
  • New Jersey Society of Certified Public Accountants (NJCPA)
  • New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA)
  • Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey (JFNNF)
    • Board of Trustees
  • Jewish Family and Children’s Services of Northern New Jersey
    • Board of Trustees
  • Bergen County High School for Jewish Studies
    • Board of Trustees
  • Center for Public Service, Tulane University
    • Director’s Advisory Council

  Accreditations

  • Certified Public Accountant (New Jersey, New York, Florida)

Education