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.

Experience

After owning a small business for 8 years, Britni transitioned into human resources and recruiting in 2018. She has experience working as the Recruiting Manager for a large staffing company and has recruited for various industries such as real estate, construction, sales, manufacturing + more.

Professional + Community Involvement

Britni found her passion for recruiting when owning her own sports merchandise retail store. As the owner of this small business, she was in charge of all recruiting and staffing.

Hobbies + Interests

Britni enjoys watching sports, traveling + spending time with her family.

Experience:

Austin joined the SKR+CO Team in 2021. His previous experience includes being the sole bookkeeper and staff accountant for two different nonprofit organization, processing payrolls, and working as an accounts receivable clerk. Outside of accounting, Austin has experience working in customer service, landscaping, and in the culinary arts.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Austin is currently pursuing his Master’s in Accounting at Colorado State University Global. He also an active member of North Springs Alliance Church.

Hobbies + Interests:

Austin enjoys playing board games, cooking, hiking, and reading fiction books.

Experience:

Lucy has been in bookkeeping since 1998 and began her public accounting career in 2015. Her industry knowledge includes transportation, construction, imports, manufacturing, real estate, repairs & maintenance, retail, restaurants, ranching and more. She has experience documenting business processes and teaching internal controls + bookkeeping to both clients and business owners.

Lucy speaks fluent Spanish and is a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor for both QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks Desktop.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Lucy is a supporter of Shriner’s Hospital for Children, donates clothes to Dress for Success and volunteers her bookkeeping services to her family’s church.

Hobbies + Interests:

Lucy enjoys gardening, long sunset walks and playing Uno with her friends and family.

 

 

Experience:

Chris holds himself to the highest standard with hard work, intelligence, trust and putting himself in his client’s shoes. He spent 15+ years of his career working in restaurants learning the meaning of hard work, team work, time management, communication.

Since beginning his public accounting career in 2006, Chris continues to apply these vital skills that have contributed to the success that he has achieved during his career as a Certified Public Accountant. He currently works with small businesses by implementing strategic plans to create efficiencies, manage cash flow and ultimately increase the value and sustainability of their companies. He also provides consultation services to clients in a variety of tax areas including Federal income taxes, state income tax planning and entity restructuring in order to minimize tax liabilities.

Chris also holds an Accredited Mortgage Professional (AMP) certification. Issued by the Mortgage Bankers Association of America, this certification signifies the achievements of individuals in the real estate finance industry for their pursuit of educational excellence, high ethical standards and commitment to professionalism.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Chris is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA),  the Colorado Restaurant Association, the Colorado Association of Business Intermediaries, the Alternative Business Networking Group  and the Colorado Professional’s Network (COPROs).

Hobbies + Interests:

Chris enjoys hiking in the Colorado Mountains, playing soccer and golf, as well as dining out and traveling with his family.

Experience:

Kiley has been a member of SKR+CO since 2017. She has experience supervising and managing client tax services. Kiley specializes in working with individuals, nonprofit organizations and small businesses.

Hobbies + Interests:

Kiley enjoys comedy shows, concerts, hiking, biking and spending time with her dog, “Ray”.

Experience:

Vickie has worked in the public accounting world for nearly two years and brings over two decades of banking experience to SKR+CO’s Client Advisory Team. She is a QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor and has her Xero Advisor Certification.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Vickie is working to obtain her second bachelor’s degree. She plans to graduate her Bachelor of Science in Accounting program in 2024.

Hobbies + Interests:

Vickie enjoys the outdoors, camping, reading, and trying new restaurants.

Experience:

Justin started with SKRCO as an intern in 2018. He has experience working with real estate entities, construction companies, opportunity zone businesses and high-net worth individuals. Previous to joining SKR+CO, Justin worked as a laborer for a local construction company that specializes in the construction of Caissons.

Justin is a licensed Enrolled Agent.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Justin is currently a master’s of accounting candidate at University of Colorado Colorado Springs. In his spare time he volunteers as the wrestling coach for both Falcon High School and Falcon Middle School.

Hobbies + Interests:

Justin enjoys coaching, rooting for his Pittsburgh sports teams and spending time with his family and friends.

Experience:

Michaela originally joined our team while completing her bachelor’s degree as an Accounting Services Intern. She has extensive experience in accounts payable, administration, bookkeeping, customer service and the preparation of financial reports. Michaela is also a Certified ProAdvisor for QuickBooks Online.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Michaela is an active volunteer and chapter leader for the non-profit, Team River Runner.  Team River Runner seeks to provide veterans and their families with health, healing and community through paddle sports.

Hobbies + Interests:

Michaela enjoys kayaking, group fitness, photography, archery and snowboarding.

Experience:

Daigen has been working in the public accounting field since 2016. His expertise ranges from preparing + reviewing income tax returns to managing a client lists for consultation and planning. Daigen has experience working with clients from a wide-range of industries, including technology, manufacturing and construction.

Professional + Community Involvement:

Daigen serves as the treasurer for River Keepers and Sigma Phi Epsilon Montana Beta Alumni Volunteer Corporation. He is also a member of the The Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants (COCPA).

Hobbies + Interests:

Daigen enjoys sports, video games, cooking and fitness.