Maria Salas re-joined Connect Accounting as a Senior Accountant in 2022. Her journey with the firm originally began earlier when she interned for three years while earning her Bachelor in Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from Cal Poly. Maria brings her expertise from public accounting in servicing restaurants, nonprofits, retail, real estate, construction, and professional services.
In Maria’s role she enjoys using her analytical skills and ability to connect with people to provide client advisory services such as the preparation of financial statements according to GAAP, cash flow management, preparation of budgets, cost accounting analysis, and serving as a liaison between clients and external professionals such as bankers, attorneys, and CPAs.
Maria has lived most of her life on California's Central Coast. She cherishes time spent with her husband, two young children, and extended family. A self-proclaimed foodie, Maria loves cooking and exploring new restaurants. She and her husband share a passion for world travel, aiming to visit all of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Additionally, Maria is a dedicated long-distance runner, participating in half and full marathons.