About Us

Bruce

I attended Goldey Beacom College in 1970, and then finished my last two years at Wilmington College receiving a B.A. in Accounting. I started working in public accounting in 1975 while yet a senior at college doing tax returns for a small firm in Delaware. In 1978, I received my certified public accounting status in Delaware, and then later added Pennsylvania. In 1983, I started a practice which has grown into the firm Baer and Company of today.

The type of work our firm performs for our clients is quite varied, but my 30 years in this line of work has my time dedicated to the more complex matters of our practice. However, that does not mean that I don’t work with, or forgot about the folks that were there in the beginning. All clients matter regardless of size or complexity.

During my career, I have always tried to abide by my basic philosophy of work . . .To do the best job I could in the most comprehensive manner. Above all, I believe that friendly and open communication between a client and their professional will always result in the most fruitful of relationships. Therefore, while email is becoming more commonplace, I certainly will welcome a friendly in person or telephone chat anytime!

Telephones
(610) 286-6808 ext: 22
(302) 239-3650 ext: 22
email: bruce@ BaerandCompanyCPAs.com



Debbie

I am a graduate of Immaculata College, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting. I received my certified public accountant status in 1993. My 15 years in public accounting have been spent working for and with Bruce Baer, and in 2003 I became a partner.

Most of my time is devoted to individual taxation, however I also prepare corporate and partnership returns. In recent years I have also helped clients setup and maintain their QuickBooks accounting and payroll records.

I enjoy working in public accounting and especially like getting to know my clients on a personal as well as professional level. It is very rewarding to be able to help alleviate some of the frustration and confusion surrounding taxation and accounting issues.

I live in the Elverson, PA with my husband and 2 sons. I am treasurer for my youngest son’s Cub Scout pack, and have recently “retired” after 12 years of service as treasurer for our church.

Telephones
(610) 286-6808 ext: 23
(302) 239-3650 ext: 23
email: debbie@ BaerandCompanyCPAs.com



Shana

As a native of the area, I graduated from Conestoga Christian School and then went on to Alvernia College, where I graduated cum laude with a B.A. in Accounting. I became a certified public accountant in 2002.

I basically began my career here five years ago. I feel fortunate to have been “groomed” by the very best. My primary areas of focus are individual taxation, financial statement preparation, and payroll issues. I also prepare corporate and partnership tax returns, as well.

I believe my greatest reward in working with my clients is knowing that I have helped to alleviate some of their anxieties about their tax issues. I very much enjoy the relationships that I have formed. I also enjoy the diversity of the work, as I seem to do something different each day. I look forward to working with you.

Telephones
(610) 286-6808 ext: 25
(302) 239-3650 ext: 25
email: shana@ BaerandCompanyCPAs.com


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