Colorado Springs, CO. – Stockman Kast Ryan + Company

SKR+CO is delighted to announce that Beth Backora, a valued member of our team, has been honored with a Gold Key Award from the Colorado Society of CPAs (COCPA). Each year, the COCPA Educational Foundation recognizes outstanding accounting students across the state who are setting high standards for academic achievement.

Audit Consultant Beth Backora, who attends the University of Colorado – Colorado Springs (UCCS), has been awarded a Gold Key Award for achieving the highest cumulative grade point average of any graduating senior in the School of Accountancy from her institution. Her dedication and exemplary performance have earned her this recognition, showcasing her as a leader in the School of Accountancy.

“We are incredibly proud of Beth for her well-deserved recognition,” said Steve Hochstetter, Audit Partner at SKR+CO. “Her commitment to excellence and relentless drive for success exemplifies the core values upheld here at SKR+CO.”

Beth’s achievement underscores SKR+CO’s commitment to providing exceptional service to our clients. As a leading CPA firm in Colorado, we continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism while meeting the unique needs of our clients.

About SKR+CO: SKR+CO is a leading and award-winning accounting firm providing comprehensive services to clients in Colorado Springs, Denver and beyond. With a team of experienced professionals, we offer a wide range of services, including include tax planning, audit and assurance services, outsourced controller and contract CFO, financial reporting, estate planning, business valuations and litigation support. Our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction sets us apart as a trusted partner in our clients’ success. SKR+CO is an independent member firm of the BDO Alliance USA, a nationwide association of independently owned local and regional accounting, consulting and service firms with similar client service goals.

Stockman Kast Ryan + Co to Open Denver Tech Center Location

Local accounting firm expands

 

Colorado Springs, Colo. – Stockman Kast Ryan + Co, LLP (SKR+CO) is expanding its presence in Denver with a new 4,200-square-foot office in Greenwood Village.

 

A community-focused, full-service public accounting firm that is headquartered in Colorado Springs, SKR+CO’s Denver office will open in Summer 2023 with nine offices, one conference room and shared workspaces for a total of 23 employees. Construction is currently in progress.

 

Tax Partner Ann Koenigsman will be the Partner-in-Charge of opening the Denver location.

 

“We are delighted to announce the opening of our new office in the Denver Tech Center,” said Koenigsman, who specializes in Trusts, Estates, and Family Office Services. “This expansion is a significant milestone for our firm, and it is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team. The new office will provide us with a strategic presence in the Denver market, allowing us to better serve our Denver clients and meet their evolving needs. We are excited about the opportunities this new office brings, and we look forward to continued growth and success.”

 

SKR+CO has served many business and individual clients in the Denver metro area for decades. In December 2022, SKR+CO grew its in-person Denver presence by partnering with Chris Hambor, CPA, formerly of Singular CPA. Adding the new office is a response to consistent client growth along the Front Range, and the Denver-based staff will provide greater face-to-face client services in the metro area. Recruiting and hiring efforts are underway for tax, audit, and operations professionals, with in-office, virtual, and hybrid options available for many positions.

 

SKR+CO is an award-winning accounting firm, recently named a 2023 Regional Leader by Accounting Today and ranked Best in Business in 2022 by the Colorado Springs Business Journal.

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About Stockman Kast Ryan + Co.

SKR+CO is a community-focused, Colorado-owned, independent certified public accounting firm providing a variety of in-depth consulting for businesses and individuals. Advisory services include tax planning, audit and assurance services, outsourced controller and contract CFO, financial reporting, estate + trust planning, business valuations, and litigation support. SKR+CO is headquartered in Colorado Springs, with a second office in Denver. SKR+CO is an independent member firm of the BDO Alliance USA, a nationwide association of independently owned local and regional accounting, consulting, and service firms with similar client service goals. For more information, visit www.skrco.com.

Colorado Springs, Colo. – Stockman Kast Ryan + Co, LLP (SKR+CO), the largest locally-owned certified public accounting firm in Southern Colorado, congratulates Buddy Newton, CPA , CVA®, on being recognized for the Construction Financial Management Association’s (CFMA) 2022 Rising Stars.

CFMA, the only nonprofit dedicated to the success and growth of construction financial professionals, announces its second class of Rising Stars. These leaders under 40 years old are honored for positively impacting their companies and the construction industry.

“It is inspiring to see these young professionals recognized for building a stronger industry,” said Tom Borgia, CFMA’s 2022-23 Chairman. “With a focus on the future, I am confident that these leaders will help guide us through the changing needs of the construction industry.”

“Leaders like these Rising Stars will surely help advance our industry, strengthen CFMA, help us innovate, and build inclusive community,” says Stuart Binstock, CFMA’s President & CEO. “I am excited to see how they will help carry the construction industry — and CFMA — into the future.”

Learn more about the winners at cfma.org/risingstars.

Colorado Springs, Colo. – Stockman Kast Ryan + Co, LLP (SKR+CO), the largest locally-owned certified public accounting firm in Southern Colorado, announces the hiring of Human Resources Generalist Andrew Wilson. Andrew will provide functional support for human resources and operations to include employee engagement, performance management and compliance.

Andrew brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team, with work history in for-profit and non-profit industries. He is skilled in areas of coaching, communication and people management.

Prior to joining SKR+CO, Andrew was Regional Human Resources Manager at VillaSport Athletic Club and Spa in Colorado Springs.

Andrew has a degree in Political Science from Southern New Hampshire University.

About Stockman Kast Ryan + Co

SKR+CO is Southern Colorado’s largest independent certified public accounting firm providing a variety of in-depth consulting for businesses and individuals. Advisory services include tax planning, audit and assurance compliance, outsourced controller and contract CFO, financial reporting, estate planning, business valuations and litigation support. For more information, visit www.skrco.com. SKR+CO is an independent member firm of the BDO Alliance USA, a nationwide association of independently owned local and regional accounting, consulting and service firms with similar client service goals.

 

 

 

Colorado Springs, Colo. – Stockman Kast Ryan + Co, LLP (SKR+CO), the largest locally-owned certified public accounting firm in Southern Colorado, is pleased to announce that Senior Tax Manager Buddy Newton was recognized as one of this year’s 40 Under Forty Honorees by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts® (NACVA®). 

NACVA’s® 40 Under Forty program recognizes the nation’s emerging visionary leaders across all spectrums of the accounting and financial consulting professions. The honorees embody the drive, motivation and courage needed to lead the industry’s next generation.

Since joining public accounting in 2008, Buddy has risen to manager-in-charge of over 100 client relationships with a specialty practice in business valuations, expertise in the construction and auto dealership industries and a wealth of experience advising high-net-worth individuals. Buddy handles the firm’s valuation engagements, successfully demonstrating the benefits for young professionals to get involved in the valuation world and encouraging coworkers to pursue their CVA® designation.

For more information or to schedule an interview with Chanda Chuon, manager of marketing media and strategic partnerships, please contact 801.486.0600 or schandac1@nacva.com.

About Stockman Kast Ryan + Co.

Stockman Kast Ryan + Co, LLP (SKR+CO) is Southern Colorado’s largest Certified Public Accounting firm providing a variety of in-depth business services. Tax services for individuals include businesses, fiduciaries and not-for-profit organizations, audit and accounting services. SKR+CO also offers outsourced accounting and bookkeeping services – customized to clients’ needs – estate planning, small/emerging business advisory services, contract chief financial officer services, business valuations and litigation support services. SKR+CO is a member of DFK International/USA, a worldwide association of independent firms. For more information on SKR+CO visit www.skrco.com.

Colorado Springs, Colo. – Stockman Kast Ryan + Co, LLP (SKR+CO), the largest locally-owned certified public accounting firm in Southern Colorado, announces ten professional staff promotions:  

Audit Department

Courtney has a Bachelor of Science in accounting from Adams State University and a Master of Accounting from University of Washington, Tacoma. She has been in public accounting since 2017.

Katie has a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Marquette University and a Master of Accounting from University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. She has been in public accounting since 2017.

Rob has a Master of Accounting from University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. He has been in public accounting since 2017.

Tax Department

Amy has a Bachelor of Accounting from Columbus State University and has been in public accounting since 2006.

Grant has a Bachelor of Accounting from University of Colorado, Colorado Springs and has been in public accounting since 2017.

James has a Bachelor of Science in Business with Emphasis in Accounting and Finance from University of Colorado, Colorado Springs and a Master of Business Administration with Emphasis in Accounting from University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. He has been in public accounting since 2016.

Jennifer received her bachelor’s from Columbia College and has her Master of Business Administration with Emphasis in Accounting from University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. She has been in accounting since 2018.

Jessica has a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from University of Colorado, Colorado Springs and has been in public accounting since 2017.

Justin has a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from University of Colorado, Colorado Springs and has been in public accounting since 2018.

Ramses has a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from University of Colorado, Colorado Springs and has been in public accounting since 2017.

About Stockman Kast Ryan + Co

Stockman Kast Ryan + Co, LLP (SKR+CO) is Southern Colorado’s largest certified public accounting firm providing a variety of in-depth business services. Tax services for individuals include businesses, fiduciaries and nonprofit organizations, audit and accounting services. SKR+CO also offers outsourced accounting and bookkeeping services – customized to clients’ needs – estate planning, small/emerging business advisory services, contract chief financial officer services, business valuations and litigation support services. SKR+CO is a member of DFK International/USA, a worldwide association of independent firms. For more information on SKR+CO visit skrco.com.