Aldridge Borden Welcomes the clients of LeCroy CPA Group and Mercer & Associates!

Aldridge Borden - OneSource proudly announces its expansion into the Huntsville market through a strategic partnership with LeCroy CPA Group and Mercer & Associates. This milestone represents a commitment to strengthening its service offerings and enhancing its reach across North Alabama and the Southeast.

Jerry Mercer, of Mercer & Associates, reflected on the partnership's potential:

We are thrilled to join the Aldridge Borden team, bringing together our shared commitment to excellence and innovation. This acquisition will provide our clients with expanded resources, enhanced expertise, and a broader range of services.

The collaboration builds on Aldridge Borden’s 100-year legacy of providing exemplary accounting, tax, attestation, and consulting services. Scott Grier, one of the managing partners of Aldridge Borden, shared his thoughts on this significant step:

We are thrilled to announce the union of Aldridge Borden, LeCroy Group, and Mercer & Associates, marking our expansion into the Huntsville, Alabama market. This strategic alliance combines over a century of Aldridge Borden's legacy of excellence with the specialized expertise of LeCroy and Mercer, enhancing our ability to provide tailored accounting, tax, attestation, and consulting services that drive growth and success for businesses, nonprofits, and individuals in North Alabama and across the Southeast.

Gail LeCroy, of LeCroy CPA Group, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership:

"We are excited to be a part of the Aldridge Borden family! Their reputation for excellent client service, family-like culture and values, extensive expertise in diverse accounting fields, and modern technology are a great fit for our clients and staff alike. We look forward to a bright future as part of the team."

This partnership exemplifies Aldridge Borden’s commitment to fostering growth, innovation, and excellence for its clients and communities.

Who is Aldridge Borden - OneSource

At Aldridge Borden - OneSource, we are more than just accountants—we are your strategic partners in achieving financial success. With a legacy of excellence that began in 1918, our firm has evolved to meet the changing needs of businesses and individuals across the Southeast and beyond. We combine time-honored expertise with innovative solutions, helping our clients navigate the complexities of today’s financial landscape with confidence.

Aldridge Borden is a Top 500 public accounting firm by Inside Public Accounting, we are a member of CPAmerica, we are a Xero Gold Partner, and have 2 of Forbes top 200 CPAs in America.

Like LeCroy and Mercer, we are privately owned, so we are deeply connected to the communities that we are in. Our mission is serving YOU. For more information, we encourage you to visit us online at www.aldridgeborden.com.

Will there be any change in staff?

No, all staff will remain with the combined firm.

I have been working with my accountant at LeCroy or Mercer for years. Will I have to work with someone new?

At this time, there are no plans to change any assigned relationships between any clients or staff.

Will there be an increase in fees with the combined firm?

In our first year together, no significant changes are expected in our fee structure. If we find any major issues in this area, we intend to discuss them on an individual basis. Please feel free to communicate any concerns in this area.

Will the contact information change?

Some. Phone numbers will be the same, but emails will be updated to end in @abcpa.com. IT IS OK TO USE OLD EMAIL CONTACT INFO; all emails will be forwarded to their new one.

Who should I contact about my work or tax question?

For routine needs, contact the same staff member that you have been accustomed to working with at the same office. Phone numbers will remain the same.

Where will the new office be located?

Thankfully, LeCroy and Mercer are located across the street from each other, so current clients do not have to travel far. The LeCroy office will be moving to:
201 Williams Ave SW, Suite 280, Huntsville, AL 35801.

How will the combining of the two firms affect my business?

We believe that joining forces with Aldridge Borden will add significant value with more resources to serve your needs. Our depth of resources will expand to include learning opportunities, such as continuing education and specialized industry insights. This combination will enable us to offer more value-add options and strengthen your business with strong planning services and continued proactive communications.

Will this larger firm forget my needs or treat me as just another “number”?

Aldridge Borden is deeply committed to improving our connection with each client. Aldridge Borden’s commitment to personal attention and verifiable results remains the cornerstone of all client relationships.

• Personal Attention refers to our tendency to put the spotlight on you and your goals. It assures constant communication between our team and your representatives, and it guarantees your involvement in and approval of each financial solution we provide.

• Verifiable Results means the attention you enjoy isn’t just for show. Our success as a firm depends on our ability to continually prove our worth with tax savings, timely reports, innovative ideas, and measurable value. These are the tangible results that set us apart on a daily basis.

If at any time you are concerned that we do not meet your expected standard of personal service, kindly contact us so that we can correct the oversight immediately.

If there are other questions or problems with a relationship with your firm, who should I call?

Either Jerry Mercer (Mercer), Misty Whiting (Mercer) or Gail LeCroy (LeCroy) will be available to discuss any concerns you have about your relationship with our combined firm. By calling any of our offices, you will be given priority treatment. Every client relationship is important to us, and it is our intention to be available to reassure you of our commitment to quality service.