We are Small Business Alternatives. Personalized financial planning and accounting services.
Our
History
The professional accounting staff at Small Business Alternatives has accounting experience in various areas of professional and service businesses, retail and wholesale trade, as well as numerous industries including, but not limited to, manufacturing, tool and die, trucking, and warehousing. Accounting and auditing services are also performed for a significant number of nonprofit organizations.
The partners, along with the accounting staff, strive to provide our clients with the highest quality of service possible through continued training, research, and experience. We work with our clients throughout the year, not just during tax season, to ensure that they get the help and advice they need to manage their finances and grow to their full potential.
Small Business Alternatives was founded on August 23, 1992 by Lisa R. Maas. In 2013, the accounting firm moved from their old home at 557 West 8th Street to their new and expanded location at 1909 West 8th Street. Our professional accounting team looks forward to serving all of our current and future clients from this location for many years to come.
OUR PEOPLE
Meet our team of professional accountants and staff members.
Our professional accounting staff is proud to be a part of one of the most respected and time-tested small business accounting, payroll, tax preparation & financial planning firms in the tri-state region. We are not afraid to "tell you like it is", and once the hard part is over, we will all celebrate your newly found freedom from spreadsheets, quick-books and invoicing!
Lisa Maas
President & Founder
With 30 years of expertise, Lisa Maas leads a dedicated team at Small Business Alternatives, providing tailored bookkeeping, payroll services, and thorough tax preparation for over 200 businesses annually. Passionate about empowering entrepreneurs, Lisa draws from her wealth of experience to foster success in the Northwestern Pennsylvania community.
Max Maas, EA, MBA, is a seasoned financial expert who thrives on providing tailored solutions for small businesses. With a rich background in audit and tax preparation, he brings over six years of expertise to our team while actively contributing to community organizations.
Max Maas
Vice President
With over 20 years of experience, Laura Hellman expertly navigates the world of accounting to empower small businesses. From meticulous bookkeeping to seamless payroll tax reporting, she's your go-to partner for financial clarity.
Laura Hellman
Bookkeeping & Tax Preparation
Erika Markowitz
Office Assistant
Erika Markowitz is our dedicated Payroll Administrator with a passion for precision and efficiency. With a strong educational background and extensive retail management experience, she ensures smooth payroll operations for our valued clients.
Laura Myers
Accounting Associate
Laura Myers, or as we fondly call her, "M" is a passionate Penn State grad and seasoned Inside Sales pro. She’s been a vital part of our team since 2015, expertly handling payrolls and bookkeeping to support small businesses.
Jamie Sult
Account Associate
Jamie Sult has been a valued team member since October 2019. With extensive experience in accounting and a diverse background from student loans to the auto industry, she specializes in customer bookkeeping and payroll while always lending a helping hand.
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info@sbaerie.com
(814) 459-9055
2141 West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16505
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