Eric is a manager with Mellen, Smith & Pivoz. Prior to joining the firm Eric had extensive experience with a Big 4 accounting firm.
Eric leads the firms audit practice. He manages the timely planning, implementation and execution of client engagements. Eric has worked in the accounting industry within the United States and also in Italy. His primary focus has been in the manufacturing industry with diversification into large employee benefit plans, not-for-profits, and privately held companies. Eric also is an entrepreneur, like his clients, and has experience owning and operating a service business providing inventory control and loss prevention techniques to the hospitality industry. Eric has also worked with domestic and international businesses in performing and executing the timely delivery of audited financial statements.
Eric has extensive experience in working with businesses also as a business consultant and assisting businesses in regulatory compliance.
Specific Experience
- Work closely with clients within various industries to reduce taxes and maximize profits
- Develop and implement financial and tax planning strategies which provide increased value to business owners and shareholders
- Accounting and auditing services including: financial forecasts, cash flow analysis, projections and budgets, analysis and interpretation of financial information, personal financial statements, retirement plans, etc.
Industry Involvement and Affiliations
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants
Education and Accomplishments
- Western Michigan University
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
