John McIntosh, CPA

Biography

John McIntosh, CPA, is an Audit Partner at GRF CPAs & Advisors and has been a member of the firm’s audit department since 2015. He has dedicated his public accounting career to serving nonprofit organizations, with a particular focus on financial statement audits for tax-exempt entities, including 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(6) organizations. John works closely with Boards of Directors, audit committees, and management teams to plan and execute audit engagements, address complex accounting and compliance matters, and provide practical recommendations related to governance, internal controls, financial reporting, and emerging risks affecting the nonprofit sector.

A trusted advisor to nonprofit organizations, John brings extensive experience serving a wide range of mission-driven entities, including international NGOs, professional associations, private foundations, independent schools, and other charitable organizations. His work is grounded in a deep understanding of the financial, operational, and regulatory challenges facing nonprofits, and he is committed to helping organizations strengthen financial stewardship, enhance compliance, and sustain long-term organizational health.

John also has significant experience working with U.S. federal award recipients and organizations subject to Title 2 U.S. Code of Federal Regulations Part 200, commonly known as the Uniform Guidance. He assists clients in navigating the complexities of federal grant compliance, reporting requirements, internal controls over compliance, and Single Audit requirements. His knowledge of federal funding regulations enables him to support recipients in meeting donor, grantor, and regulatory expectations while identifying opportunities to improve compliance processes and reduce audit risk.

In addition to his domestic nonprofit audit practice, John works with international clients throughout Africa and Europe, conducting field audits and agreed-upon procedures to assess internal controls and compliance with donor funding requirements. His global perspective and experience with cross-border audit challenges make him a valuable resource for organizations managing international programs and donor-funded activities.

Beyond his professional role, John actively contributes to the nonprofit and accounting communities. He serves as Treasurer and Chair of the Audit and Risk Committee for Pathway Homes, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to providing housing and support services for individuals with mental illness. He is also a member of the Virginia Society of CPAs Accounting & Auditing Advisory Committee, where he actively participates in reviewing and responding to exposure drafts issued by authoritative accounting agencies, helping to inform the profession’s perspective on evolving accounting and auditing standards.