Marla Esan
About Marla Esan
Marla Esan serves as the Director of Nonprofit Compliance at Marcum LLP, where she has worked since 2015. She specializes in the formation, operations, and compliance of private foundations and public charities, drawing from her extensive background in accounting and economics.
Work at Marcum
Marla Esan has served as the Director of Nonprofit Compliance at Marcum LLP since 2015. In this role, she specializes in the formation, operations, and compliance of private foundations and public charities. Her extensive experience in nonprofit compliance has positioned her as a key figure in the firm, contributing to the development of best practices and compliance strategies for clients in the nonprofit sector.
Education and Expertise
Marla Esan earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Queens College, where she studied from 1984 to 1988. Additionally, she pursued further education at The American College of Financial Services, focusing on the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) program from 2019 to 2021. Her educational background supports her expertise in nonprofit compliance and financial management.
Background
Before her current role, Marla Esan worked at Marcum LLP for 16 years in various positions, including Supervisor, Manager, and Senior Manager, from 1999 to 2015. This extensive tenure provided her with a deep understanding of the firm’s operations and the nonprofit sector, enhancing her qualifications for her current directorial position.
Professional Memberships
Marla Esan is an active member of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. These memberships reflect her commitment to professional development and adherence to industry standards in accounting and nonprofit compliance.