Mary Elizabeth Merkle, C.P.A. is a graduate of the University of California at Riverside. Ms. Merkle is responsible for the administration of the firm’s data processing services and internal functioning. In this capacity, she supervises the firm’s in-house computerized accounting and tax systems as well as providing consulting services to clients. Her expert management of these areas assures clients of high quality, timely, and professional computerized work products. She has assisted a number of small business clients in integrating their personal and business finances. Ms. Merkle is a member of the AICPA and the California Society of CPAs. She also works closely with several community organizations.