Experience

Kim has been in public accounting for over 19 years. She started in public accounting completing tax preparation and bookkeeping for individuals and businesses, serving a broad range of industries. About fifteen years ago, Kim entered the non-profit industry by completing Form 990s for electric cooperatives and from there has broadened into the other types of non-profit organizations (501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), 501(c)(6), etc.). Kim now focuses exclusively on assisting non-profits with compliance and reporting.

 

Professional + Community Involvement

Kim is part of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants (TSCPA).

 

Hobbies + Interests

Kim enjoys gardening, walking, bird watching and spending time with her family.

Experience

Michael has been in public and private accounting since 2009 and he specializes in Estate and Trust.

Professional + Community Involvement

Michael is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA) and the Estate Planning Council of Colorado Springs.

Hobbies + Interests

Michael enjoys traveling and discovering new wines.

Experience

With over 15 years in public accounting, Kyle offers top-tier assurance services to a wide array of industries, spanning service, distribution, manufacturing, healthcare, construction, and employee benefit plans. His expertise extends beyond standard audits, encompassing reviews, compilations, EBP audits, agreed-upon procedures, and due diligence. Kyle’s adept leadership ensures alignment with professional standards, regulations, and consistently surpasses client expectations across diverse sectors.

 

Professional + Community Involvement

Kyle is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA).

 

Hobbies + Interests

Kyle enjoys playing with his kids and working on his classic car.

Experience:

Mary joined the SKR+CO Team with nearly 20 years of progressive accounting experience. She has worked with a wide range of industries including not-for-profit organizations, technology companies, construction businesses, and energy corporations.

In addition to being a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Mary has her Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designation.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Mary is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) . Devoted to serving the children of Colorado, Mary has been a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) since 2017. In her free time, she also volunteers with the children’s program at her church, New Life Church.

Hobbies + Interests:

Mary enjoys the Colorado sunshine, travelling and a good book.

 

 

Experience:

Andrea has been in public accounting since 1992 and has spent over two decades working in progressive administrative roles at numerous accounting firms. Her experience includes developing and updating firm policies, recruiting and hiring personnel, overseeing various firm committees and coordinating workflows to maximize productivity.

Andrea has her Public Accounting Firm Management (PAFM) designation.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Andrea is a member of the Certified Public Accounting Firm Management Association (CPAFMA). In her free time, Andrea also volunteers with a group that provides Bible education.

Hobbies + Interests:

Andrea enjoys traveling, skiing, photography and hiking with her husband and dogs.

Experience:

Jarred started his public accounting career as an intern at Stockman Kast Ryan + Company. He was asked to officially join our team after continuously demonstrating his adaptability, communication, and problem solving skills. Jarred has a background working in customer service and security.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Jarred is currently enrolled at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs, where he is working to obtain a bachelor’s degree in accounting and his Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.

Hobbies + Interests:

Jarred enjoys spending time with his family, listening to audible books, and participating in outdoor activities.

Experience:

Devon began her public accounting career when she joined the Stockman Kast Ryan + Company team at the beginning of 2023. She has a background working with real estate entities, property management companies and retail industries. Her experience includes customer service, in-house accounting, bookkeeping, management, payroll, sales tax filing and creating budgets.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Devon is involved in both a recreational hockey and volleyball league in Colorado Springs, CO. She is currently working to obtaining her QuickBooks ProAdvisor Certifications.

Devon is currently a QuickBooks Certified User Online.

Hobbies + Interests:

Devon enjoys snowboarding, yoga, playing video games and trying new things.

 

 

 

Experience:

Julie brings over three decades of accounting, consulting and administration experience to SKR+CO’s Client Advisory Team. She has experience working with a vast range of industries including medical + dental practices, small businesses and real estate entities.

Julie collaborates with clients at the Controller/CFO level to identify areas of improvement and build effective business plans to fulfill each client’s individual needs. Her areas of expertise include financial oversight and analysis, strategic planning, driving bottom-line improvements by integrating strategic and operational excellence and more.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Julie is a member of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA).

Hobbies + Interests:

Julie enjoys biking, motorcycling and hiking with her husband and dogs.

 

Experience:

Petra joined the SKR+CO Team in 2019. Petra has experience promoting the success of team members through onboarding, training and development. She helps our employees develop their skills and knowledge by designing, conducting, coordinating and tracking informative training sessions. Petra is known for having a growth mindset and thrives when she is able to help others reach their full potential.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Petra leads the Team Bonding Committee for the middle school cheer squad at Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy

Hobbies + Interests:

Petra enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, baking, playing games, and skiing.

Experience:

Jared started his career in public accounting at Stockman Kast Ryan + Company in 2016. Before stepping into the role of Tax Operations Manager in 2022, Jared provided tax consultation to a number of industries such as real estate, financial institutions, corporations, partnerships, small businesses and more.

Prior to public accounting, Jared worked as a marketer and training manager within the food service industry. In this role he was responsible for maintaining training programs, franchise standards and assisting the management team with growing the presence of new or underperforming locations.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Jared is a member of the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA).

Hobbies + Interests:

Jared enjoys hiking, basketball + comedy shows.