Today we’d like to introduce you to Sherrika Sanders
Hi Sherrika, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
While I excelled in my 15-year career as an accomplished corporate accountant, I felt there was no support from upper management. They recognized my value but noticed I didn’t. Consequently, they exploited the situation as I worked longer hours and was consistently tasked with projects to ‘prove myself’ while receiving the same bonuses and recognition as others who did half as much. I learned how to advocate for myself to get what I needed and wanted from my peers and management. But it wasn’t enough. I realized I had a message, a higher calling so to speak, so I left corporate America to start my own company, Transform the GAAP, where our mission is to empower Women of Color in accounting to overcome self-doubt, unlock career growth, and align their professional journeys with their God-given purpose.
We empower accountants through a mentoring program where we help women break free from overwork and feeling unrecognized – empowering them to lead with confidence and align their faith, family, and career. Transforming lives for lasting fulfillment as we teach Women of Color how to love a profession that no longer loves them back. I started Transform the GAAP because I want to give back to my community. I started Transform the GAAP because I want to leave a legacy for my family. I started Transform the GAAP because I want to be, for someone else, what I needed when I was in corporate America.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
No, it has not been a smooth road. Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart. There have been peaks and valleys and partnerships that did not align. However, I continue to do my part, initiate connections with my ideal clients, and network as I keep my faith in God.
Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
At Transform the GAAP, we are dedicated to empowering Women of Color in accounting to break through self-doubt, achieve career success, and align their professional paths with their God-given purpose. We specialize in mentorship, career coaching, and faith-centered guidance, helping women navigate the challenges of the profession while prioritizing work-life balance, confidence, and holistic well-being.
What sets us apart is our unique faith-driven approach to career growth. We don’t just focus on climbing the corporate ladder — we help women thrive personally and professionally by equipping them with the skills, mindset, and advocacy tools they need to be seen, heard, and valued in the workplace.
We take pride in building a community where Women of Color in accounting feel celebrated, supported, and empowered to lead authentically. Whether it’s through mentorship, leadership development, or career strategy sessions, our programs are designed to create lasting transformation — not just in careers but in lives.
At Transform the GAAP, we believe that success should not come at the expense of well-being. We teach women how to reshape their careers so they can do the work they love — without burnout — by setting boundaries, confidently advocating for themselves, and pursuing their goals with clarity and purpose.
Ultimately, we’re on a mission to redefine the accounting profession by championing equity, faith-driven leadership, and a culture where all voices are valued. We don’t just help women succeed — we help them build a legacy.
Let’s talk about our city – what do you love? What do you not love?
The Metro Atlanta area is home to me. I like being in a city where people who look like me are decision-makers, innovators, and trendsetters. A city where I am represented and my children know that the sky is the limit – not just because we say it, but because they see it around them. My least favorite thing about the Atlanta area is that it is still the South. If you were to divide Fulton County between North Fulton and South Fulton, you would see parks that are better maintained in North Fulton. Higher-end stores that refuse to come to the South. Although you will see similar homes, the homes in the South are priced considerably less than those in the North. Why? South Fulton is predominately Black – many successful Black people, but still Black people – while North Fulton is predominately White.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.transformthegaap.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sherrikaaccountantsmentor/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/transformthegaap
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherrikasandersaccountantsmentor/
- Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@sherrika_accountantsmentor
- Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@sherrikasanders
