Our Team
At Alpina Tax & Accounting Services, our team of dedicated professionals brings together years of tax, accounting, and financial expertise to support your personal and business goals. We pride ourselves on delivering accurate, responsive, and personalized service that helps clients navigate complex financial matters with confidence. From seasoned accountants to client-focused support staff, every member of our team is committed to excellence, integrity, and building long-lasting relationships

Vivienne K. Schleu, Partner
Vivienne and her husband, Gary Mathews founded Alpina Tax & Accounting in 2017. It was the result of over 20 years of relationships with other CPA's she met in the financial planning journey of her practice. In 2016 She formed a new firm to purchase one of those practices, Gerald Pepper, CPA. In 2021 she purchased another tax practice from a 20+ year relationship, Saul B. Lipson & Co. Vivienne started her own firm in 1991 consulting with small businesses and preparing tax returns. in 1994 she bacame a fully licensed CPA. In 1995, the first year CPAs were allowed to obtain a securities license, Vivienne obtained her securities licenses as well as her insurance licenses. Her career long goal was to provide full financial services under one roof to all her clients.. In Although she leaves the daily operation of the tax practice to Carie Pace and her team, she continues to provide the support and resources needed to better serve our tax and financial planning clients today and beyond. Vivienne still works closely with Jerry Pepper, Saul Lipson and the entire team to make sure our clients receive the best experience possible.
Vivienne K. Schleu, Partner

Carie Pace, Partner
Carie is the Managing Partner at Alpina Tax & Accounting Services, overseeing the firm’s day-to-day operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality service to clients. With over 20 years in accounting and business management, she provides strategic direction and leads the team with a focus on efficiency, integrity, and long-term growth. Outside of work, she is passionate about animal rescue and dedicates her free time to fostering and supporting local animal welfare initiatives.
Carie Pace, Partner

Gerald Pepper, CPA
"Jerry" as he is affectionately known to his clients, has been a licensed CPA for over 50 years! Jerry specializes in a variety of solutions including tax planning, tax preparation, compilations, audits, reviews and IRS issues. He uses his expertise to achieve his clients goals. In his spare time, Jerry loves to travel and spend time with his children and grandchildren.
Gerald Pepper, CPA

Tiffany Cohen
Tiffany Cohen is a Senior Tax Associate with over 30 years of experience in accounting and 25 years specializing in tax. She brings deep knowledge and dedication to her work, helping clients navigate complex tax matters with confidence. Tiffany is known for her thorough approach and long-standing commitment to client service. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time outdoors, boating, gardening, and caring for her beloved rescue pets.
Tiffany Cohen

Brooke Pace
Brooke Pace is a Tax Associate at Alpina Tax & Accounting Services, where she supports both individual and business clients with tax preparation, planning, and compliance. Known for her attention to detail and commitment to client service, Brooke plays a key role in delivering an efficient and seamless tax experience. Outside of work, she enjoys camping, spending time outdoors, and making memories with her family.
Brooke Pace

Jasmine Cheung
Jasmine Cheung serves as a Client Relationship Coordinator at Alpina Tax & Accounting Services, where she oversees front-desk operations, facilitates client communications, and ensures the accurate handling and organization of client documentation. She is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in accounting and is actively training in bookkeeping while gaining practical experience with QuickBooks.
Jasmine is recognized for her adaptability, professionalism, and keen attention to detail. She brings a proactive approach to client service and consistently supports the team by stepping in wherever needed. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.
Jasmine is recognized for her adaptability, professionalism, and keen attention to detail. She brings a proactive approach to client service and consistently supports the team by stepping in wherever needed. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.
Jasmine Cheung

Liz Jolliff
Liz is a dedicated Staff Accountant at Alpina Tax, bringing nearly three decades of professional experience to the team. She joined Alpina Tax in 2021 following the acquisition of Saul Lipson’s practice, where she proudly served clients for 13 years. Before transitioning into accounting, Liz built a successful 14-year career in the cruise travel industry, developing strong client service skills that she continues to apply in her work today.
Known for her prompt and efficient service, Liz takes pride in helping clients feel supported and confident in their financial matters. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and cheering on the Florida Panthers.
Known for her prompt and efficient service, Liz takes pride in helping clients feel supported and confident in their financial matters. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and cheering on the Florida Panthers.
Liz Jolliff

Karen Hinsen
Karen Hinsen is a Staff Accountant at Alpina Tax & Accounting Services, where she specializes in providing accounting and bookkeeping support to small and mid-size businesses. With over 15 years of industry experience, Karen brings a strong foundation of knowledge, reliability, and personalized service to every client relationship.
Outside of her professional work, Karen is passionate about animal rescue, enjoys gardening, and values quality time with friends and family.
Outside of her professional work, Karen is passionate about animal rescue, enjoys gardening, and values quality time with friends and family.
Karen Hinsen

Vivienne K. Schleu, Partner
Vivienne and her husband, Gary Mathews founded Alpina Tax & Accounting in 2017. It was the result of over 20 years of relationships with other CPA's she met in the financial planning journey of her practice. In 2016 She formed a new firm to purchase one of those practices, Gerald Pepper, CPA. In 2021 she purchased another tax practice from a 20+ year relationship, Saul B. Lipson & Co. Vivienne started her own firm in 1991 consulting with small businesses and preparing tax returns. in 1994 she bacame a fully licensed CPA. In 1995, the first year CPAs were allowed to obtain a securities license, Vivienne obtained her securities licenses as well as her insurance licenses. Her career long goal was to provide full financial services under one roof to all her clients.. In Although she leaves the daily operation of the tax practice to Carie Pace and her team, she continues to provide the support and resources needed to better serve our tax and financial planning clients today and beyond. Vivienne still works closely with Jerry Pepper, Saul Lipson and the entire team to make sure our clients receive the best experience possible.
Vivienne K. Schleu, Partner

Carie Pace, Partner
Carie is the Managing Partner at Alpina Tax & Accounting Services, overseeing the firm’s day-to-day operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality service to clients. With over 20 years in accounting and business management, she provides strategic direction and leads the team with a focus on efficiency, integrity, and long-term growth. Outside of work, she is passionate about animal rescue and dedicates her free time to fostering and supporting local animal welfare initiatives.
Carie Pace, Partner

Gerald Pepper, CPA
"Jerry" as he is affectionately known to his clients, has been a licensed CPA for over 50 years! Jerry specializes in a variety of solutions including tax planning, tax preparation, compilations, audits, reviews and IRS issues. He uses his expertise to achieve his clients goals. In his spare time, Jerry loves to travel and spend time with his children and grandchildren.
Gerald Pepper, CPA

Tiffany Cohen
Tiffany Cohen is a Senior Tax Associate with over 30 years of experience in accounting and 25 years specializing in tax. She brings deep knowledge and dedication to her work, helping clients navigate complex tax matters with confidence. Tiffany is known for her thorough approach and long-standing commitment to client service. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time outdoors, boating, gardening, and caring for her beloved rescue pets.
Tiffany Cohen

Brooke Pace
Brooke Pace is a Tax Associate at Alpina Tax & Accounting Services, where she supports both individual and business clients with tax preparation, planning, and compliance. Known for her attention to detail and commitment to client service, Brooke plays a key role in delivering an efficient and seamless tax experience. Outside of work, she enjoys camping, spending time outdoors, and making memories with her family.
Brooke Pace

Jasmine Cheung
Jasmine Cheung serves as a Client Relationship Coordinator at Alpina Tax & Accounting Services, where she oversees front-desk operations, facilitates client communications, and ensures the accurate handling and organization of client documentation. She is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in accounting and is actively training in bookkeeping while gaining practical experience with QuickBooks.
Jasmine is recognized for her adaptability, professionalism, and keen attention to detail. She brings a proactive approach to client service and consistently supports the team by stepping in wherever needed. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.
Jasmine is recognized for her adaptability, professionalism, and keen attention to detail. She brings a proactive approach to client service and consistently supports the team by stepping in wherever needed. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.
Jasmine Cheung

Liz Jolliff
Liz is a dedicated Staff Accountant at Alpina Tax, bringing nearly three decades of professional experience to the team. She joined Alpina Tax in 2021 following the acquisition of Saul Lipson’s practice, where she proudly served clients for 13 years. Before transitioning into accounting, Liz built a successful 14-year career in the cruise travel industry, developing strong client service skills that she continues to apply in her work today.
Known for her prompt and efficient service, Liz takes pride in helping clients feel supported and confident in their financial matters. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and cheering on the Florida Panthers.
Known for her prompt and efficient service, Liz takes pride in helping clients feel supported and confident in their financial matters. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and cheering on the Florida Panthers.
Liz Jolliff

Karen Hinsen
Karen Hinsen is a Staff Accountant at Alpina Tax & Accounting Services, where she specializes in providing accounting and bookkeeping support to small and mid-size businesses. With over 15 years of industry experience, Karen brings a strong foundation of knowledge, reliability, and personalized service to every client relationship.
Outside of her professional work, Karen is passionate about animal rescue, enjoys gardening, and values quality time with friends and family.
Outside of her professional work, Karen is passionate about animal rescue, enjoys gardening, and values quality time with friends and family.
Karen Hinsen
