Adam Placido, MBA
About Adam Placido, MBA
Adam Placido, MBA, is a Trust and Agency Administrator at Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP in Cleveland, Ohio, where he has worked since 2013. He has a background in accounting and holds a BBA and an MBA from Northwood University.
Work at Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP
Adam Placido has served as the Trust and Agency Administrator at Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP since 2013. In this role, he is responsible for the administration of trust, estate, and personal income tax returns, preparing approximately 200 returns annually. He also focuses on improving accounting workflows, processes, and systems to enhance efficiency within the firm. His experience in this position spans over 11 years, contributing to the firm's operations in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio area.
Previous Experience at Equity Trust Company
Prior to his current role, Adam Placido worked at Equity Trust Company as a Staff Accountant from 2012 to 2013. His tenure there lasted for seven months, during which he gained valuable experience in accounting practices. This role helped him develop skills that he later applied in his current position at Schneider Smeltz Spieth Bell LLP.
Education and Expertise
Adam Placido holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting from Northwood University, where he studied from 2003 to 2006. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Richard DeVos Graduate School of Management at Northwood University, completing his studies from 2010 to 2012. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in accounting and tax administration.
Responsibilities and Skills
In his role as Trust and Agency Administrator, Adam Placido serves as the primary contact for the administration of income tax and accounting systems. He performs multi-year analysis of raw accounting data for complex litigation matters, demonstrating his analytical skills. His responsibilities also include directing the preparation of trust, estate, and personal income tax returns, showcasing his proficiency in tax-related matters.