Caron & Bletzer

Caron & Bletzer, PLLC is a premier national accounting firm specializing in employee benefit plan audits and ERISA consulting services. With a focus on delivering exceptional service, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for organizations seeking to navigate the complexities of ERISA regulations. Our team of dedicated professionals brings a wealth of experience and expertise in auditing various types of retirement and welfare benefit plans.

Services Offered

*401(k)/403(b) Audits*

Our team has extensive experience in conducting audits for defined contribution plans, such as 401(k) and 403(b) plans. We understand the unique requirements of the Department of Labor (DOL) for Form 5500 filings and are equipped to help ensure that your organization is in compliance.

*Defined Benefit Plans*

Caron & Bletzer, PLLC specializes in auditing complex defined benefit plans, including frozen plans, cash balance plans, and other hybrid arrangements. Our expertise in funding issues and DB pension plans ensures that your organization's plan will be thoroughly audited with attention to detail.

*Welfare Benefit Plans*

Our firm has experience in auditing a variety of welfare plans funded with VEBA trusts and other mechanisms. From health and welfare benefit plans to other employee benefit arrangements, our team is prepared to provide top-tier audit services tailored to your specific needs.

Why Choose Caron & Bletzer, PLLC?

As a highly specialized firm, we pride ourselves on our 14th largest employee benefit plan audit practices in the country. Our commitment to quality and service delivery is unparalleled, as we strive to make the audit process as efficient and painless as possible.

*Exclusive Focus on ERISA*

At Caron & Bletzer, PLLC, employee benefit plans are our primary area of focus. Our in-depth knowledge and experience enable us to seamlessly perform effective and efficient remote audits while maintaining the highest quality standards.

*Dedicated Professionals*

Our team of licensed CPAs and dedicated professionals brings over 25 years of experience in employee benefit plan audits and ERISA consulting services. With their extensive expertise, our professionals can help ensure that your organization stays in compliance with ERISA regulations year-round.

*Quality and Commitment*

Caron & Bletzer, PLLC undergoes regular peer review by another EBPAQC member firm and has received unqualified opinions with no letter of comments since our inception. We are also subject to review by the PCAOB for the services we provide to employee benefit plans that file Form 11-K with the SEC. Our relentless pursuit of excellence is evident in the clean inspection report we received from the PCAOB in 2019 with no comments.

Meet Our Partners

*John C. Bletzer*

John C. Bletzer is the Partner in Charge of the Employee Benefit Assurance Practice and Quality Control for the firm. As a licensed CPA in multiple states, John has over 25 years of experience and has concentrated his practice on the audits of employee benefit plans for over 15 years. He has developed expertise in auditing and consulting for various types of retirement plans and has spoken regularly on topics related to employee benefit plan audits.

*Jeff J. Polchlopek*

Jeff J. Polchlopek joined the firm in 2000 with a background in audit and accounting services. He has been instrumental in servicing a wide range of employee benefit plan audit clients and developing Caron & Bletzer, PLLC's consulting practice in the ERISA area. Jeff is a licensed CPA in Massachusetts and New Hampshire and has been a member of the AICPA and the Massachusetts Society of CPAs since 2001.