Scarano, Trump & Adelsperger, P.C. provide CPA services in the Pittsburgh, Monroeville, PA, Latrobe, Delmont, Plum, Penn Hills, Murrysville, Beaver County, and general South Western PA areas. This firm also has extensive experience servicing construction and manufacturing firms.
Meet The Staff
Michelle M. Adelsperger
CPA
Michelle has over twenty five years of experience both in the public and private sector of accounting. She has specific expertise in construction, retail, non-profit, governmental, and health services. Her clients are in a variety of fields including construction, professional services, health services, wholesale, and retail. She is also working with land owners involved with the Marcellus Shale drilling.
Michelle obtained a Bachelor's of Science degree in Business Administration with a major in Accounting from Clarion University in Pennsylvania. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the National Association of Women in Construction. Over the years, Michelle has gained an extensive knowledge in the areas of accounting, auditing, business consulting, and taxation for individuals, businesses, trusts, and estates.
William J. Trump
CPA
William has more than 25 years of experience as a Certified Public Accountant serving businesses and individuals throughout Western Pennsylvania. Graduating from Robert Morris University in 1988, William’s areas of expertise include, but are not limited to the construction, manufacturing and restaurant industries. William enjoys golfing, traveling to the shore and being with his family.
Amy L. Yeargers
CPA
Amy has worked in the accounting field since 1999 and has experience in the private, non-profit and public accounting sectors. She has been with our firm since 2001 and has been able to gain expertise in the areas of accounting, auditing, taxation of individuals and businesses, business consulting and accounting software. She specializes in QuickBooks consulting and training and has been a certified proadvisor for QuickBooks since 2007.
She is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants. She is currently serving a two year term on the executive committee of the Southwestern Chapter of the PICPA. Amy resides in Hempfield Township with her husband Rob and her two daughters.
Joseph K. Matrisch
CPA
Joe is a Certified Public Accountant and shareholder at Scarano, Trump & Adelsperger and has been providing accounting services since 2003. Joe will always be accessible and prompt, but will also take time to discover tax savings opportunities and help you understand new standards and changing tax regulations. If you own a small business, or are thinking about starting a small business, please contact Joe; he will answer your questions, help make business decisions, and make sure your tax return is filed on time.
Joe Matrisch earned his MBA and Bachelor’s degree from Gannon University’s nationally accredited Dahlkemper School of Business. He is a member of the AICPA and PICPA and earned his CPA in 2007. Joe is a Penn-Trafford graduate and resident, has an amazing wife, two daughters, and a bulldog named Daisy, and is a dedicated Pittsburgh sports fan.
Lauren Thompson
Lauren is a graduate of La Roche University with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting. Lauren has worked in the accounting field since 2012 and has been with our firm since September 2019. Her experience has provided her with a background in auditing and attestation services, accounting, and individual and business taxation. Lauren resides on a small farm in Mount Pleasant with her husband, two children and three dogs.
Melissa Pugliano
Melissa is a 2018 graduate of Thiel College where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. Melissa is a staff accountant that joined our team in August 2019.
Emil B. Scarano
CPA
Emil co-founded our Firm in 1976. Sadly, Emil passed away on March 6, 2021. There are so many great things to say about this man, but he would want this to be brief. Top notch CPA, great mind, fantastic teacher, avid conversationalist, devoted Steelers fan, and earnest family man. This family at your Firm thanks you for everything.
Carla Rusnica
Carla attended Business Careers Institute and completed personal income tax courses. Her work history has included: private secretary, accounts receivable, budget management, daily money manager and personal tax preparation. With gardening as a hobby, she has held the offices of President and Treasurer of a local nonprofit organization which promotes horticultures and conservation.
Nancy DeMuth
Nancy is a graduate of Business Careers Institute. Prior to joining our firm, she has held administrative and managerial positions with two automotive dealerships in Greensburg. She is an avid animal lover who volunteers for local rescue organizations.