Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accounting and Consulting Services in Buffalo, NY
Brock Schechter & Polakoff combines a diverse set of accounting and consulting services into a tailored business experience. With a 53-year track record, we prioritize quality over cost, offering audit, tax, HR, and advisory solutions for industries including manufacturing, healthcare, and nonprofits. Our team of 65 employees and 8 partners emphasizes teamwork, leveraging specialized expertise to address client needs efficiently. We maintain the highest standards through peer-reviewed practices and a culture of balance, ensuring proactive partnerships with clients.Our services include financial audits, international tax planning, outsourced accounting, and SOC engagements, supported by a commitment to transparency and no hidden fees. Headquartered in Buffalo, NY, we serve clients across New York State and Ontario, Canada, with a focus on solving problems before they arise.
Services
Audit of Financial Statements
Retirement Plan Audits
Outsourced Accounting Services
International Tax Services
Outsourced HR Services
SOC Engagements
Personal and Business Tax Services
Business Consulting
Wealth Management
Peer Review Services
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We have 53 years of experience in accounting and consulting.
- Our team includes 36 certified professionals with specialized expertise.
- We maintain the highest quality standards through tri-annual peer reviews.
- Our proactive approach solves problems before they arise.
- We offer tailored solutions for industries including healthcare and manufacturing.
Associations and certifications
- Peer Review Program
What people say
Exceptional availability
Reasonable pricing
Timely and accurate answers
Efficient and friendly staff
Exceed expectations
Services
Audit of Financial Statements
Our audits adhere to stringent professional standards, ensuring credibility and compliance for businesses. We meticulously plan and execute audits to reduce fraud, improve efficiency, and assess financial health. Clients benefit from tailored insights that support strategic decision-making and regulatory compliance.
Outsourced Accounting Services
We provide part-time bookkeeping and CFO-level advisory without in-house costs. Our cloud-based tools ensure secure access while offering monthly reporting, forecasting, and clean-up services for outdated records. This allows businesses to focus on growth while maintaining financial accuracy.
International Tax Services
We assist businesses and individuals with cross-border tax compliance, including FBAR reporting and double taxation mitigation. Our expertise covers U.S. citizens abroad, non-U.S. residents, and multinational corporations. We ensure adherence to evolving regulations while optimizing tax positions.
Outsourced HR Services
Our HR solutions include talent management, employee handbooks, compliance audits, and training programs. We help businesses build effective workplace cultures, reduce legal risks, and improve employee engagement through customized strategies and expert guidance.
SOC Engagements
We conduct SOC 1, 2, and 3 reports to validate internal controls over financial reporting and data security. These audits enhance client trust, improve risk management, and provide competitive advantages for service organizations seeking to demonstrate operational integrity.
People
Ray Crane
Partner
With decades of experience, Ray Crane provides audit and assurance expertise. He focuses on delivering tailored solutions for clients while maintaining strict compliance with professional standards.
Melissa Stevener
Partner
Melissa Stevener leads outsourced accounting services, combining technical precision with strategic advisory. Her client-centric approach ensures businesses achieve financial clarity and operational efficiency.
Peter Ruocco
Partner
Peter Ruocco specializes in international tax services, helping clients navigate complex cross-border compliance requirements. His expertise ensures optimal tax positions and regulatory adherence.
Jennifer Insalaco
Partner
Jennifer Insalaco offers tax strategy and business consulting, focusing on multi-state operations and succession planning. She delivers actionable insights to support long-term client growth.
Caroline M. Organ
Chief Human Resources Officer
Caroline M. Organ leads HR consulting, specializing in talent management and compliance. Her programs enhance workplace culture and reduce organizational risks through proactive strategies.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide audits, tax preparation, outsourced accounting, HR consulting, and SOC engagements tailored to businesses and individuals.
How are you different from other accounting firms?
Our proactive approach, peer-reviewed quality, and team of 36 certified professionals deliver tailored solutions with no hidden fees.
Which industries do you serve?
We specialize in manufacturing, healthcare, nonprofits, credit unions, and professional services firms across New York and Ontario.
What is your peer review rating?
We hold a 'pass' rating from tri-annual peer reviews, the highest recognition for quality control in our field.
Reviews (5)
Technology Accountant
Mar 14, 2022
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My company had its taxes (states and federal) prepared and filed by them and I am very pleased with their help guidance and expertise from start to finish. If there is one word to describe the experience for me with BSP's services, it is "Excellent". Excellent in their quality of work and services that is delivered on time and qualitied. Excellent in their team's care and due diligence. From Executive Assistant to Staff Accountants and all the way to Partner, their character, work ethic, expertise and value are excellent in every detail/way.
Excellent in customer/client service where the team members from Staff to Partner really take time and care to help answer questions, address concerns and devise solutions. Thank you for helping my company with taxes and providing a truly excellent service and experience!
Excellent in customer/client service where the team members from Staff to Partner really take time and care to help answer questions, address concerns and devise solutions. Thank you for helping my company with taxes and providing a truly excellent service and experience!
Sam Insalaco
Nov 17, 2020
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I've been working with BS&P for around a year now, and their staff is great. Not only are they very knowledgeable about all things financial, but they also give very helpful advice when it comes to my business. Most recently, they helped me with some things I needed to finish up or my PPP loan. and it's a good thing they did, because I would have really screwed it up if it weren't for them. I highly recommend them for their knowledge and skills, but also as good people to work with in general. It's nice to find people like that to work with, which is why I'm sticking with them for my business and personal financial matters.
Kevin R.
Dec 26, 2019
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Go somewhere else. Contacted them online to hire a CPA for tax purposes while I am living/working abroad. Never heard from them. So will take my business else where. If this is how they treat potential customers just imagine them doing your taxes.
Cynthia Cornejo
Jun 29, 2019
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We have been using BS&P for our complicated tax preparation for over 30 years and have always been very happy with them. Bob Sommer has been there for us and has helped us through everything. We are forever grateful to him and all his team.
Gary Brahm
Feb 28, 2016
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They have done my taxes for 4 years now. Despite having quite complex taxes, they always do an amazing job. When I have questions about the taxes they always reply the same day, usually within a few minutes. I would definitely recommend them for all tax-related services.
