How Financial Benchmarking Can Help You Set Better Business Goals

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Every business has some form of competition.  On a daily basis, you might not like to think about what the competition is up to. The only company that you’re in control of is your own, and that’s where your focus stays.  That said, every small business owner should remember this: the competition matters. Their successes […]

How Professional Tax Services Benefit Small Construction Teams

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Running any small business involves a tremendous amount of dedication. For small business owners operating in the construction industry, many of the demands of ownership are magnified. Every job has high stakes and requires extensive planning. Executing those plans requires an impressive mix of brains and muscle.  When tax season rolls around, the last thing […]

Signs You Need Tax Planning Services Before April

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As a business owner, your primary mission is to deliver great services to your customers. Running your business’s daily operations is a full-time job, which means that there’s not always enough time left over for critical tasks such as tax prep or financial planning.  If you aren’t ahead of the game, tax season can cause […]

Why Revenue Reporting Services Are Essential for Any Time of Year

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A successful business owner stays tuned in to their company’s financial health at all times—not just during tax season or at the end of each quarter.  If you don’t actually know how much money your company is bringing in and spending, it’s tough to chart your way forward.  For growth-oriented business owners who like to […]

How Professional Bookkeeping Services Keep Your Business Scalable

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Is your business growing?  As a small business owner, it’s incredibly gratifying to see your hard work paying off. After putting in countless long days, you finally begin to see the difference in your customer base, reputation, and profits.  As you scale up operations to meet the growing demand for your services, your financial records […]

Why Corporate Tax Services Are Essential for Small Business

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Taxes are a major fact of life for small business owners, but tax planning doesn’t have to keep you up at night. Small business owners who turn to expert accountants for corporate tax services enjoy peace of mind and optimal tax season outcomes.  Corporate tax services bring these benefits to business owners: Ensured tax code […]

Do I Need An Accountant for My Small Business? Signs That You Do

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As a small business owner, you juggle endless responsibilities. Along with delivering excellent service to customers, you have to keep up with payroll, marketing, hiring, and so on.  For business owners who would rather focus on what they do best, financial bookkeeping isn’t always on top of the priority list.  Accounting is tedious, complicated, and […]

How Your Small Business Can Benefit from Accounting Tax Solutions

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It may not be feasible or practical for your company to employ an in-house financial manager or accountant. As a small business, your budget may not be able to support the salary and benefits that a full-time accountant would demand.  Nevertheless, when tax season arrives, professional accounting is called for to ensure that your financial […]

The Complete Guide to Technical Accounting for Businesses

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There are multiple types of accounting services that can benefit your business. Among them, technical accounting can provide unique value that helps to ensure that your financial data remains accurate and contextual to the health of your future growth and present-day operations.  When assisting your business, a technical accountant will collaborate with a larger team […]

How Payroll Service Solutions Can Create a Better Employee Experience

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Financial operations can feel like the bane of existence for many business leaders, and it’s understandable. From having to manage payroll to benefits, taxes, and a near-endless list of other items, it can distract from focusing on what you love most about your work. With professional payroll service solutions, you can both take more of […]

Melanie Jerome, MBA

SENIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT, FLORIDA

Meet Melanie J, one of our senior staff accountants! Melanie ensures your financial health with precision and expertise. Beyond the office, she’s a true crime enthusiast who loves traveling and outdoor adventures. Whether she’s balancing books or exploring new trails, MJ’s dedication and skill set the standard for excellence in our team.

Seren Lunsford, MBA

STAFF ACCOUNTANT, INDIANA, QUICKBOOKS ONLINE PRO-ADVISOR

Meet Seren, one of our dedicated staff accountants here at level accounting! She is responsible for bookkeeping & payroll. Outside of the office, you can find her on the sidelines of a soccer pitch, karting track, or baseball diamond, cheering on her two active boys. Seren is also a proud owner of two gentle giants, her beloved Great Danes. In her downtime, she channels her creativity into baking and decorating sugar cookies, always eager to experiment with new baked goods ideas and recipes. With her expertise in accounting and her passion for family, pets, and baking, Seren brings a unique blend of professionalism and warmth to our team.

Ivette Rivera

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT, FLORIDA

Ivette Rivera is our Executive Assistant at Level Accounting, juggling schedules and keeping things running smooth.

When she’s not crushing it at work, Ivette is an avid participant in her church community. As a mom, she’s all about those quality moments, whether it’s baking up a storm, hitting the water for some kayaking fun, or just chilling with a good book or binge-worthy show. And let’s not forget her partners in crime at home: Harley Quinn, the fridge-raiding pit bull, and Atlas, the cat who rules the roost. Ivette’s all about that balance between work hustle and personal bliss.