The Firm’s history dates back to about 1965. Three CPA’s, Clifford Schmitt, Bill Biermann and Frank Spitznagel left their respective “Big Eight” accounting firms and joined forces.

They located their first office in Clayton, Missouri with just enough space for the three of them. As the firm grew, they moved to larger office space, first in Clayton and then in Brentwood. Over the years, growth has continued as the firm has accepted new clients, often as referrals from existing clients, and through the acquisition of the practices of retiring accountants.

Currently our firm has two principals, Stephen J. Morice and Chester E. List.

Steve Morice received his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting in 1975 from the University of Missouri – St. Louis and received his CPA Certification in 1976. He joined the firm in 1976 and became a principal in the firm in 1982.

Chester List received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration in 1983 from the University of Evansville, Evansville, IN. He was conferred a Masters of Business Administration in 1990 from the University of Missouri – St. Louis and the CPA Certification in 1992. He joined the firm in 1997 and became a principal in the firm in 2017.

We have experienced growth by providing excellent service to our clients in a professional and competent manner. In addition to providing tax preparation and planning services for individuals and closely-held businesses, the firm consults with its clients on a variety of business issues such as business equipment financing, succession planning, insurance, acquisitions and much more.