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Alice H. Varisano is a Partner within the Tax Services Practice at Grassi. She has been practicing for more than twenty-five years and has extensive experience in domestic and international taxation, business/program analysis, budgeting, cost reduction/control, continuous process improvement and staff development. Her work extends across a variety of industries, including Construction, Architecture & Engineering, Manufacturing & Distribution, Hospitality, Healthcare, and Retail & Consumer Products.

Prior to joining Grassi, Alice spent eighteen years working in public accounting for Big 4 firms, followed by six years working as the CFO of a publicly traded international Manufacturing & Distribution company. This work provided her with the industry knowledge necessary to understand client financial issues on an experiential level and to offer effective and efficient tax solutions.

Alice approaches engagements with an emphasis on the relationship formed with a client. She works closely with her clients to best help them take advantage of tax opportunities, allowing them to focus on managing their businesses with the confidence and accounting that their taxes are in capable hands. In addition to her tax work, Alice is an accomplished presenter and author.

A member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants (NYSSCPA), Alice earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from St. John’s University and her Master of Science in Taxation from CW Post.