Wade A. Sandy, CPA, CCIFP

Partner/Construction & Real Estate Industry Leader

Wade A. Sandy

I find great satisfaction helping clients achieve success by leading them through sometimes difficult situations. I take pride in providing service that is valued and makes a difference.

OVERVIEW

Wade has over thirty years' experience and leads Eide Bailly's Construction and Real Estate Industry team. He is recognized in the industry and presents regularly on topics affecting contractors and developers. Wade leads clients through business planning and develops solutions to complex issues.

When you work with Wade, you will experience someone who brings energy and passion to your organization, and applies his knowledge and expertise to develop ideas and solutions to improve your business.

Wade devotes much of his free time to serving his community with his talents. In addition to coaching youth sports, he has served on numerous boards of directors for local nonprofit charitable organizations and in leadership roles in several business associations. Wade enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with his family.

QUALIFICATIONS

Memberships

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • North Dakota Society of Certified Public Accountants
  • Construction Financial Management Association, National Tax & Legislative Affairs Committee Chair
  • North Dakota Associated General Contractors, Past Secretary/Treasurer
  • Dakota Chapter Construction Financial Management Association, Past President

Designations/Licensures

  • Certified Public Accountant
  • Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional

Education

  • Bachelor of Science, Accounting – University of North Dakota, Grand Forks

KNOWLEDGE

Client Work

  • Led management team of a large commercial developer through an organizational assessment, resulting in improved communication and collaboration between departments and more effective use of technology resources.
  • Led a construction company ownership group through a comprehensive estate and leadership transition plan resulting in significant tax savings and an effective transition.

COMMUNITY

Community Involvement

  • Fargo Youth Baseball
  • St. Anne & Joachim Church, Trustee