Derek Schurch

Derek Schurch is a seasoned Senior Accountant with extensive experience in tax preparation and audit services. Currently employed at Meritage Homes since October 2021, Derek previously held a similar position at Benning Group LLC from September 2013 to October 2021. Throughout this tenure, Derek prepared individual, trust, partnership, and corporate tax returns, audited financial statements for diverse entities, and provided director exam services for banks. Responsibilities included leading audits for governmental and non-profit organizations, conducting internal control examinations, and training new staff in audit and tax processes. Derek holds a Bachelor of Business in Accounting from Western Illinois University, complemented by a minor in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration.