Cris Malizia

Cris Malizia is a Senior Tax Manager with more than 21 years of experience in public accounting. She provides tax compliance and planning services to individuals, partnerships, and corporations, helping clients navigate complex tax matters, minimize their tax liabilities, and plan for the future.

Originally from Brazil, Cris began her career in São Paulo, where she worked with two of the Big Four accounting firms, Deloitte and PwC, serving clients primarily in the financial services industry. In 2015, she relocated to the United States, successfully transitioning her career and bringing a valuable international perspective and extensive experience serving clients across diverse industries and cultures.

Cris’s interest in accounting and tax was inspired by family members, and public accounting has remained a central part of her professional journey. She is passionate about building strong client relationships, developing practical tax solutions, and helping clients achieve their financial goals.

Cris resides in Clifton Park, New York. Outside of the office, she enjoys traveling, learning new languages, cooking, and singing. Most importantly, she loves spending time with her family and two dogs.

“Public accounting has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Early on, I knew this career could take me around the world—and it did! I had to learn to adjust and be flexible in order to serve a wide variety of clients from so many different cultures.”

Education

• Bachelor of Business Administration, Mackenzie University Brazil
• JD Degree in Law, Mackenzie University Brazil
• Special international program at SUNY Albany (US taxation, Business Law, Money and Capital Markets).
• Associates of Financial Accounting Reporting and Auditing, University of Phoenix