Mission Statement
At Berel Accounting, our mission is to provide reliable, specialized accounting, tax, and financial services to homeowners associations. We empower HOA boards and community managers to operate with clarity, confidence, and compliance—so they can focus on building stronger communities without the stress of financial surprises.
Welcome to Berel Accounting, your trusted Biloxi CPA firm dedicated to providing exceptional services to our clients and supporting HOA communities. I’m Susan Berel, and I am delighted to introduce you to our firm. We specialize in accounting services for self-managed HOA communities.
Our unwavering commitment to client satisfaction sets us apart from other firms. At Berel Accounting, you can always reach a real person in our office. We value effective
communication and prompt responses, so your calls will be answered. Our dedicated team goes above and beyond to assist our clients in every way possible.
We serve HOA business clients throughout the Southeast region, thanks to technological advances that facilitate seamless remote service delivery. We provide a secure portal for the convenient transfer of information, ensuring the utmost confidentiality and efficiency.
Our clients utilize both the desktop and online versions of QuickBooks. Over the years, we have gained extensive experience in transitioning clients from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online. While some individuals initially harbor reservations about QuickBooks Online, citing differences from the desktop version, we have become accustomed to its functionality and have been using it for over seven years, ensuring a seamless transition for our clients.
When it comes to accounting services, we believe in transparency and fairness. Following a detailed analysis of your requirements, we offer fixed monthly pricing agreements tailored to your needs.
If you’re interested in our comprehensive accounting services or would like to explore the various ways we can assist your business, click the link below to reach out to us today. We look forward to connecting with you and demonstrating how Berel Accounting can contribute to your financial success and assist your association.
Our Staff
Susan Berel
Susan was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and graduated from The University of New Orleans with a Bachelor of Science in accounting. Susan passed the CPA exam in 1991 and is licensed in Mississippi, Louisiana, and Florida. After over 20 years of working for other CPA firms, Susan started Berel Accounting in November 2016. Susan’s passion is to reduce her clients’ tax liabilities using available tax strategies. Susan enjoys gardening, music, and real estate.
Rachel Bennett
Rachel is a lifelong resident of Ocean Springs/St. Martin area. Her business background includes 10 years of real estate administration on the Gulf Coast and 14 years of bookkeeping/accounting administration. She started with Berel Accounting in March 2019. Some of her interests include spending time with her friends and family (especially my children and grandchildren), country music, true crime documentaries, watching baseball and football, and bargain shopping.
LeAnn Frazier
LeAnn has an associate degree in accounting and started with Berel Accounting in June 2022. Before coming to Berel Accounting, LeAnn worked in the legal field for 7 years. In her free time, she spends time with her four children and family. She enjoys cycling, reading a book, or spending time at the beach with her children.
Shana Lamy
Shana grew up in Bay Saint Louis, MS. She decided to return to school in 2020 and earned her bachelor’s degree from Southeastern Louisiana University. Shana’s professional background includes 20 years in management and 6 years of bookkeeping and administrative experience. In her free time, she loves spending time on the water/outdoors with her family, friends, and black lab (Porkchop), cooking, and traveling.
Marley Breaux
Marley has an associate degree from Jones County Junior College and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi. She started with Berel CPA in July 2023. Marley’s professional background includes five years of management experience and two years in the banking industry. Her interests include kayaking with her family, traveling, and listening to live music.
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