Meet April
April is Manager of Tax Services and is based in Los Angeles, California. She joined Mercer Advisors through the acquisition of Singer Burke, where she served as Tax Manager. April earned a B.S. degree in business management with a minor in accounting from the University of California, San Diego and an M.S. degree in taxation from California State University, Northridge. She is driven by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in clients’ financial lives.
Her working style
April is highly organized and process-driven with a strong focus on accuracy, client service, and team development. She balances technical tax experience with practical project management, ensuring deadlines are met while maintaining high-quality work and clear communication. April naturally thinks several steps ahead, anticipating issues before they arise and creating structured processes that help both clients and team members succeed.
April in real life
What keeps you busy outside of work?
I love spending time with friends and family, exploring different museums in different cities, and planning trips, especially long road trips.
How do you give back?
I enjoy helping others in ways that match my skills and resources, offering encouragement and guidance, sharing knowledge, and mentoring colleagues in their professional growth.
What makes you tick?
I’ve been fortunate to have great mentors at this firm, and they have had a tremendous impact on my growth. What motivates me is paying that forward by mentoring, supporting, and creating a positive impact on both clients and co-workers.
Meet April’s Teammates
Steven Gorokhov
Sr. Manager, Tax Services
What April Says
Steven does an outstanding job staying on top of tax law changes and industry developments. He is proactive in sharing updates with the team and helping us understand the impact on our clients. His commitment to staying informed helps ensure that we continue to provide accurate guidance, maintain compliance with evolving regulations, and deliver white-glove service to our clients.
Elaina Kogan
Partner, Tax Services
What April Says
Elaina is detail-oriented and always approaches complex situations with a thoughtful, outside-the-box mindset. She takes the time to understand each client’s distinct needs and consistently puts their best interests first. Her commitment to delivering exceptional quality inspires the entire team to provide the highest level of service.
Marianna Krasnoshtein
Director, Client Accounting
What April Says
Marianna provides strong leadership to the accounting team with a solid focus on the accuracy and quality of the reliable financials needed for efficient tax preparation. She is committed to keeping clients compliant. At the same time, she fosters a culture that welcomes feedback, embraces learning opportunities, and encourages continuous improvements.
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