Business Details
12 Years
experience
Certified Public Accountants in Pittsburgh
Goff Backa Alfera is a full-service Pittsburgh CPA firm with a national and international presence. Established in 2014, we specialize in public accounting, consulting, and assurance services, serving clients across diverse industries. Our firm ranks among the top in the nation for professional peer review standards, maintaining memberships in prestigious organizations such as the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center (EBPAQC), and the Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC). With a focus on technical expertise and personalized service, we provide tailored solutions in tax planning, audit assurance, nonprofit financial services, and controllership support.Our team is committed to continuous professional development, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations while prioritizing client needs. We emphasize transparency, ethical standards, and community engagement, fostering long-term relationships with businesses, nonprofits, and individuals. Our dedication to quality control and peer review processes underscores our position as a trusted leader in the accounting profession.
Services
Tax Planning
Audit & Assurance
ERISA Audits
Nonprofit Services
Controllership
Business Consulting
Peer Review
HUD Audits
Corporate Finance
Tax Compliance
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- 15+ years of experience in ERISA plan audits with 6+ annually.
- Active membership in AICPA and specialized audit quality centers.
- Personalized service combining technical expertise with local market knowledge.
- Ranked among top firms nationally for peer review standards.
- Commitment to employee development and community economic growth.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center (EBPAQC)
- Center for Public Company Audit Firms (CPCAF)
- Governmental Audit Quality Center (GAQC)
What people say
Very professional
Timely and accurate help
High integrity
Excellent service
Always courteous
Services
ERISA Plan Audits
Our ERISA plan audit services ensure compliance with federal regulations for Defined Contribution, Defined Benefit, 403(b), and ESOP plans. With 15+ years of experience and specialized certifications, we conduct limited and full-scope engagements. Our team maintains AICPA EBPAQC membership to deliver audits that meet DOL standards while providing practical recommendations for plan administrators.
Nonprofit Financial Services
We specialize in nonprofit financial compliance, including grant reporting, tax exemption maintenance, and federal audit requirements. Our services address complex regulatory challenges while streamlining accounting processes. We assist organizations with SEC, HUD, and ERISA audits, ensuring transparent financial management that aligns with mission-driven objectives and funders' expectations.
Tax Planning & Compliance
Our tax specialists provide strategic planning, compliance, and representation for individuals and businesses. We optimize after-tax cash flow through customized strategies for mergers, acquisitions, international tax matters, and multi-state taxation. With expertise in closely held businesses, we deliver integrated tax solutions that ensure compliance while minimizing liabilities.
Controllership Services
We offer cost-effective controllership solutions for organizations needing expert financial leadership without full-time hires. Services include strategic planning, budgeting, internal controls, and merger/acquisition support. Our outsourced model provides scalable expertise in accounting systems implementation, payroll processing, and financial reporting tailored to business cycles and growth objectives.
Peer Review Services
With over 25 years of experience, our peer review team evaluates accounting firms' audit practices to enhance quality control. We conduct system and engagement reviews aligned with AICPA standards, delivering actionable recommendations. Our reviewers hold leadership roles in state CPA societies, ensuring insights that improve compliance, efficiency, and technical excellence across firms of all sizes.
People
Daniel K. Goff
Audit and Quality Control Partner
Daniel G. has over 25 years of experience in accounting and quality control. He oversees ERISA audit practices and peer review services, actively contributing to AICPA and PICPA committees.
Matthew B. Sarver
Audit Manager
Matthew Sarver specializes in ERISA and HUD audits with an Advanced Defined Contribution Plans Audit Certificate. He has led audits since joining the firm in 2001.
Stephen J. Spitz
Audit Partner
Stephen Spitz, a CPA since 2016, leads peer review engagements and serves on PICPA committees. He focuses on quality control improvements for accounting firms.
Robert H. Krebs, Jr
Partner
Robert Krebs brings decades of peer review experience, serving as PICPA President and leading audits across the northeastern United States.
Jen Varley
HUD Audit Specialist
Jen Varley has 20+ years of experience managing HUD audit engagements, including compliance and financial audits for housing agencies.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax planning, audit assurance, employee benefit plan audits, nonprofit financial services, controllership solutions, and business consulting tailored to client needs.
Do you specialize in ERISA plan audits?
Yes, our team has 15+ years of experience performing 6+ ERISA plan audits annually with specialized certifications.
How do you support nonprofit organizations?
We offer compliance audits, tax planning, and financial reporting tailored to nonprofit grant requirements and tax-exempt regulations.
Are your services available outside Pittsburgh?
We serve clients nationally and internationally, with expertise in multi-state and cross-border financial compliance.
What consulting services do you provide?
Our consulting includes business valuations, strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate finance solutions for growth-oriented organizations.
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