Schellman
Schellman is a top-50 CPA firm focused on IT audit and compliance. It states that it is 100% independent with no consulting agenda, does not charge by the hour, and never uses interns or contractors on engagements.
At a glance
| Headquarters | Tampa, Florida |
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| Founded | 2002 |
| Firm type | Top-50 CPA firm (Schellman & Company, LLC) + accredited assessment firm |
| Type 2 planning range | $20K–$100K (published planning range (Sept 2026)) |
| Typical fieldwork window | 3–12 wk |
| Frameworks (per firm) | SOC 1, SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, FedRAMP, HITRUST, CMMC, ISO 42001 |
| Official website | schellman.com |
Best fit
Regulated or enterprise-adjacent companies that value auditor independence and senior teams.
Before you engage
A premium positioning — smaller startups should compare quotes against boutique firms.
Engagement notes
Schellman sells senior teams and independence — so interview the actual engagement partner, not the sales contact. Ask whether the same team handles your adjacent frameworks (ISO 27001, PCI, FedRAMP), since multi-framework coordination is the main reason buyers pay its premium.
Questions about Schellman
Is Schellman better for multi-framework audits?
That is its core positioning: an accredited assessment firm listing SOC 1/2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, FedRAMP, HITRUST, CMMC, and ISO 42001 — built for coordinated multi-framework programs.
What does Schellman charge for SOC 2?
Our planning range is $20K–$100K (September 2026). It is a premium positioning — smaller startups should compare quotes against boutique firms.
Why do enterprises choose Schellman?
Its pitch is auditor independence and senior engagement teams. Confirm who your engagement partner is in the proposal.
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