Daniel Garigen
CPA and Partner specializing in SOC audits and financial assurance
Buffalo, New York
Summary
SOC auditing and internal controls specialist — Daniel has led the development and delivery of SOC 2 and SOC 1 engagements and helped build his firm's SOC audit program, positioning the firm to perform numerous SOC engagements for technology and services clients. darata+2
Experienced assurance and transaction advisor — he supervises audits for organizations ranging from small to mid-market, performs buy-side due diligence, assists with M&A structuring and purchase accounting, and has supported significant client transactions and financings. darata+1
Firm leader and partner — Garigen is a long-tenured partner at Dansa D'Arata Soucia LLP (partner since joining after college in 2010) and has been involved in firm ownership matters; in 2023 he filed legal action concerning the partnership that was later stayed pending arbitration. darata+3
Community and professional involvement — he holds professional affiliations (AICPA, NYSSCPA), serves as Treasurer of a local country club, and sits on a local bank's board of directors. darata+2
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IdeaMensch interview: "Daniel Garigen - CPA and Partner at Dansa D’Arata Soucia"
June 1, 2023Long-form interview covering typical workday, productivity habits, views on AI, career advice, and professional experiences.
Demystifying SOC 2 Reporting (featured)
April 1, 2021Featured in an article about SOC 2 reporting practices (listed as a feature in CFO Tech Outlook, April 2021).