Max Sinitsa, Cpa
About Max Sinitsa, Cpa
Max Sinitsa, CPA, is a Senior Manager of Financial Reporting (Technical Accounting) at Expedia Group, specializing in M&A accounting and technical research.
Current Role at Expedia Group
Max Sinitsa serves as the Senior Manager of Financial Reporting (Technical Accounting) at Expedia Group, based in Seattle, Washington, United States. His tenure in this role began in 2021. In this capacity, he is responsible for conducting technical accounting research, documenting findings in white papers, and managing various accounting processes including equity, stock-based compensation, foreign exchange, and business combinations. He also plays a significant role in the implementation of new accounting guidance and conducts detailed ASC reviews over contracts.
Previous Experience at Expedia Group
Prior to his current role, Max Sinitsa held multiple positions at Expedia Group, demonstrating a steady ascent in his career. From 2020 to 2021, he worked as the Accounting Manager for 11 months in Seattle. Before that, he served as a Senior Accountant from 2016 to 2020 in Bellevue, Washington. These roles primarily involved managing financial reports, engaging in M&A accounting, performing goodwill and segment impairment testing, and contributing to valuation assessments and transaction diligence.
Experience at EY
Before joining Expedia Group, Max Sinitsa gained valuable experience at EY (Ernst & Young). From 2014 to 2016, he worked as an Assurance Staff member in Seattle, Washington. Following this, he briefly held the position of Assurance Senior in 2016. His responsibilities included assurance services and financial auditing, providing him with a foundation in technical and methodological aspects of accounting.
Early Career and Internships
Max Sinitsa's early career includes various roles that contributed to his extensive experience in accounting and management. He worked as an Audit Intern at Gilbert CPAs from 2013 to 2014 in Sacramento, California, and held multiple positions at Aaron Brothers, Inc. from 2009 to 2013, ranging from Sales Associate to Assistant Store Manager. These roles provided him with a broad perspective on retail management and operational workflows.
Educational Background
Max Sinitsa studied at California State University-Sacramento, where he earned his Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree in Accounting. His academic background laid the foundation for his expertise in financial reporting, technical accounting, and various specialized areas such as M&A accounting, valuations, and transaction diligence.