Business Details
22 Years
experience
Government & Non-Profit Accounting Experts
Founded in April 2004, Drescher & Malecki LLP (D&M) specializes exclusively in accounting and audit services for governmental and not-for-profit entities. Our firm was established to address the unique financial requirements of municipal clients, ensuring year-round exposure to public sector challenges. We prioritize independence, objectivity, and integrity across all operations, with a team dedicated to advancing fiscal responsibility and practical solutions for local governments and organizations. Our expertise in municipal accounting includes budget development, tax rate analysis, capital planning, and compliance with state and federal regulations. With professionals certified in public accounting, our staff maintains active memberships in industry associations like the New York State Government Finance Officers' Association and the American Institute of CPAs.We emphasize continuous client support, offering year-round access to advisory services and tailored strategies for improving government efficiency. Our firm's culture prioritizes teamwork, ethical conduct, and work-life balance, evidenced by recognition as a top workplace in the Buffalo region. Through technical proficiency and community-focused values, we aim to enhance the financial stewardship of municipalities and non-profits we serve. Our track record includes advisory roles in strategic planning, organizational development, and complex financial feasibility analyses.
Services
Audit Services
Budget Development
Tax Rate Analysis
Capital Planning
Strategic Financial Consulting
Compliance Reporting
Organizational Development
Debt Policy Analysis
Grant Management
Fiscal Training
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We exclusively serve governmental and not-for-profit entities with specialized expertise.
- Our team holds Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials across all professionals.
- We maintain active roles in industry associations like NYSGFOA and AICPA.
- We provide year-round advisory services for public sector financial challenges.
- We've been recognized seven times as Buffalo Business First's #1 Best Place to Work.
Associations and certifications
- AICPA
- NYSGFOA
- NYSSCPA
Services
Audit Services
Our comprehensive audit services specialize in municipal and non-profit financial examinations. We ensure compliance with federal and state regulations while providing actionable insights for operational improvements. Our CPAs combine deep sector knowledge with rigorous quality controls to deliver reliable financial reporting.
Capital Planning
We develop strategic capital plans to guide public investment in long-term projects. Our approach balances infrastructure needs with fiscal responsibility, optimizing debt policies and funding sources while maintaining transparency with stakeholders.
Budget Development
Our team assists governments in creating comprehensive budget frameworks that align with operational goals. We incorporate cash flow analysis, revenue projections, and cost optimization strategies to ensure sustainable fiscal management throughout the budget cycle.
Compliance Reporting
We specialize in preparing complex compliance reports for public entities, ensuring adherence to GASB standards and state-specific requirements. Our services include documentation preparation, deadline management, and audit trail maintenance for regulatory examinations.
Strategic Financial Consulting
Our consulting services address complex fiscal challenges through customized solutions. We provide expertise in organizational restructuring, efficiency assessments, and financial feasibility studies, leveraging our extensive experience with municipalities to drive measurable improvements in government operations.
People
Luke Malecki
Office Managing Partner
Luke Malecki co-founded Drescher & Malecki LLP in 2004 and serves as Office Managing Partner. With a Masters in financial economics from SUNY Buffalo, he leads client relations while maintaining active CPA certification and NYSGFOA membership.
Matthew Montalbo
Partner
Matthew Montalbo joined Drescher & Malecki in 2004 as an intern and became Partner in 2024. He manages staff development programs and serves on the GFOA Special Review Committee. A SUNY Buffalo graduate, he specializes in public sector audit training.
Carl Widmer
Partner
Carl Widmer joined Drescher & Malecki in 2008 and became Partner in 2019. He oversees audit engagements and quality control while serving on multiple industry associations including the Western NY School Business Officers Association.
Erica Handley
Director
Erica Handley joined Drescher & Malecki in 2011 with an MBA from Canisius College. As Director, she specializes in governmental accounting standards and maintains active memberships in AICPA and NYSGFOA.
Charles Trottier
Director
Charles Trottier joined Drescher & Malecki in 2013 after completing his accounting degree at Canisius College. A Certified Public Accountant since 2013, he provides audit services to municipalities across New York State.
Questions
What type of organizations does Drescher & Malecki serve?
We exclusively serve governmental entities and not-for-profit organizations across New York State.
What accounting certifications do your professionals hold?
All our professionals are Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) with active industry association memberships.
What makes your firm different from other accounting practices?
We're the only firm in Western NY specializing 100% in public sector accounting and audit services.
Do you offer ongoing advisory services beyond audits?
Yes, we provide year-round financial consultation and strategic planning support for municipal clients.
How do you handle complex municipal financial challenges?
Our team combines deep regulatory knowledge with practical solutions tailored to public sector requirements.
