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Suzanne Novak

Suzanne Novak Lazarus, CPA
Partner

678.741.2550
snovak@bspj.com

Connecting you to tax-smart planning strategies

“For me, tax planning is a lot like skiing. To succeed in either one of them you have to diligently train and prepare yourself for the challenges involved, and have an ability to chart a course that’s right for the terrain. But you also need the agility to handle unexpected bumps and take advantage of unseen opportunities so you can finish strong and victorious.”

Experience

Suzanne has nearly 15 years of experience, including nine with Big Four firms. She has worked with clients in a variety of industries including real estate, manufacturing, services and not-for-profit. One of our tax services team leaders, Suzanne joined BSPJ in 2004.

Expertise

Because she has worked on many different tax consulting projects, Suzanne is highly knowledgeable about both compliance and tax planning strategies. Her expertise includes mergers and acquisitions, the R&D tax credit, and income tax planning and projections.

Approach

To get to know clients as individuals so she can determine their work style and understand their businesses. This enables her to make good use of their time, provide them with the information they need to make decisions and best serve their needs.

Involvements

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Member
  • Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants, Member
  • Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta – Israel Outcomes Committee

Education

B.B.A. and M.P.A in accounting from the University of Texas at Austin

Other interests

International Travel – Europe, Asia, North America, Caribbean
Walking — she has participated in a walking marathon for the Leukemia Society
Skiing

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