Kerry Duda, CPA – 2025 40 Under 40 Honoree
Manager
WilkinGuttenplan
https://www.wgcpas.com/
Recent Career Highlights
Kerry is an accomplished professional whose technical expertise in accounting is widely recognized by peers. She applies her knowledge with precision and sound judgment, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality in every engagement. Beyond her technical skills, Kerry is an invaluable resource across the organization and a dedicated mentor who takes a genuine interest in the growth and development of others. Her patient and supportive approach creates an environment where staff feel comfortable asking questions and learning.
Kerry has chaired the Auditing Standards Work Group for the A&A Interest Group since 2021 and participates in multiple committees and councils, including Emerging Leaders, Governmental A&A, Student Programs, and Nonprofit Interest Groups. She also serves as Director for the Bergen Chapter Board and Advisory Group and is a Pipeline Task Force member.
Kerry is an AICPA Leadership Academy Graduate, a program that teaches future leaders how to build meaningful relationships and become lifelong learners. Graduates leave knowing how to lead not only within their organizations but also in their communities and across the CPA profession. Kerry’s achievements have earned her significant recognition: NJCPA Ovation Awards for “Woman to Watch” (2019) and “Impact” (2024), and the prestigious NJCPA Medallion in 2025.
What are you doing to make a difference in the profession, your community, the world?
Kerry’s leadership extends beyond the firm. She actively enhances processes by identifying opportunities for improvement and collaborating with others to implement change. Her engagement in the broader accounting community is exceptional—she serves on the NJCPA Board of Trustees and chairs the Strategic Planning Committee.
Kerry has held numerous volunteer positions that have shaped her leadership skills and amplified her impact on the profession. Her contributions include serving as a College Interviewer and Essay Reader for the NJCPA Scholarship Program, mentoring scholarship winners since 2019, and delivering 15 career awareness presentations through NJCPA programs.
Her dedication to advancing the profession, mentoring future leaders, and driving innovation makes her a complete leader—respected by peers, clients, and the business community. Kerry’s influence and commitment exemplify the qualities celebrated by the 40 Under 40 award.
See all of the 2025 “40 Under 40” and “20 Under 40” honorees.
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