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Beth Jacobs

Originally from Haysville, Kansas, Beth enjoys spending time with family, camping, fishing, and exploring all that Montana has to offer. In her administrative role, Beth helps >>

Henry Foy

Whether breaking down complex federal requirements or debating the best narrative twists in cinema, Henry Foy approaches every challenge with analytical precision and a proactive mindset. >>

Katelyn Kempa

Born and raised in Great Falls, Katelyn earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting from the University of Montana. With four years of experience >>

Jenna Gibson

I enjoy learning from new experiences and finding thoughtful ways to help clients achieve their goals. For me, providing great service starts with listening, asking the >>

Thomas Gamblin

Thomas’s path to accounting has taken him from Georgia to Mississippi, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin, before landing in Montana, a place that quickly became home. He earned >>

Karen Pastian

Guided by Anthony J. D’Angelo’s quote, “Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow,” Karen embraces continuous learning and seeks >>

Stephani Sivertsen

Stephani Sivertsen is an accounting professional based in Great Falls, Montana, dedicated to helping clients and team members navigate financial challenges with clarity and confidence. She >>

Katie Hankins

I am dedicated to transforming financial data into a strategic roadmap for my clients. My approach is rooted in JCCS’s core beliefs: I help my clients >>

Kylie Nichols

“Your life does not get better by chance; it gets better by change.” – Jim Rohn. Kylie was born in Fairbanks, Alaska, and has lived in >>

Melissa Mahoney

I bring a diverse background and a strong work ethic to every role I take on. Raised in the Pacific Northwest, I experienced life in both >>

Dylan Kartheiser

Originally from Colorado, I have lived in Missoula for almost six years. I enjoy the community aspect of Missoula, from Griz football games to concerts at >>

Madison Notti

Working together, we can turn today’s decisions into tomorrow’s opportunities. Taxes aren’t just about numbers; they’re about decisions that shape the future. I work closely with >>

Kolby Killoy, CPA

Kolby is a detail-oriented accounting professional with a strong ability to solve client-specific reporting challenges through analytical thinking and technical expertise. Having worked in a variety >>

Daniel Bass, CPA

Originally from South Carolina, Daniel moved to Montana to pursue his passion for fly fishing and backpacking. Drawn by the natural beauty and vibrant community of >>

Marcy Taylor

Originally from Goldsboro, North Carolina, Marcy brings a personalized and relationship-focused approach to her work as an accountant. She is passionate about understanding each client’s unique >>

Meghan McKiernan

Helping others is what drives Meghan McKiernan – and she does it with a smile. Whether it’s assisting clients with tax documents or supporting a colleague >>

Melanie Blake, CPS

Melanie has a passion for numbers, problem solving and working with people. With over 17 years of experience in Payroll, Accounting, Office Management, Human Resources and >>

Marci Suazo

“Accounting is the art of business storytelling. Knowing and understanding that story allows for better decision-making.” – Journal of Accountancy As someone drawn to purpose-driven work, >>

Clarissa (CJ) Ripley, CPA

CJ started her career in auditing with a specialized focus on Not for Profits, Governments and Employee Benefit Plans. Recently, CJ transitioned to Client Accounting Services >>

Thomas Anders

The world of accounting can be tricky to navigate without the right guide. Thomas, and everyone at JCCS, work their hardest to ensure their clients’ financials >>

Debbie L Lawton, CPA

Debbie Lawton transitioned from the bustling city of Las Vegas, Nevada, to the serene town of Stevensville, Montana, at the age of nine. Growing up on >>

Nick Diekhans, CPA

Nick is dedicated to offering personalized audit services at JCCS by getting to know clients and focusing on improving their audit experience through efficiency, attention to >>

Max Ferrari

Max transferred to Montana State University in 2022 from Irvine, California. He continues to enjoy many of the same hobbies such as ice hockey, skiing, and >>

Nicole Flanagan

A Nebraska girl who ditched the cornfields for the wild beauty of Montana. Softball, soccer and basketball were her jams back home. She still plays softball >>

Jacob Mcmurtry

We are not trying to be your accountant for this year, we are trying to help you succeed for decades. This was Jacob’s first tax season >>

Kristal McKamey, CPA

Kristal is a Montana farm girl, born and raised in Fort Benton (Carter to be exact). With the work ethic learned from farming she has gained >>

Jordan Notti, CPA

The world of tax is constantly changing and evolving. Jordan believes that it is essential that tax professionals constantly work towards understanding the changes to taxation >>

Zac Rossman

Zac was born and raised in Gallatin Valley. He attended Carroll College and graduated in 2016 with degrees in accounting and finance. He has worked in >>

Kellie Schramm

Kellie Schramm is a dedicated professional with deep roots in the picturesque state of Montana. Born and raised in the heart of Big Sky Country, she >>

Ron Schafer, CPA

Ronald Schafer (Ron) was born in Minot, ND and his parents moved to MT 6 months later. As a graduate of Glasgow Senior High, he attended >>

Katy Dolesh, CPA

Katy is excited to help new and existing clients at JCCS. Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think! >>

Nick Peterson

Nick Peterson was born and raised in Montana. After graduating from Libby High School in 2017, he spent a few years at the University of Idaho >>

TJ Lewis

Growing up excelling on the basketball court, TJ learned what hard work looks like from the very beginning. The principle “hard work beats talent when talent >>

Chase Grilley

New to the accounting profession, Chase is excited to join the JCCS team where he can focus on furthering his knowledge and abilities to assist clients >>

Lauren King, CPA

Although the Flathead Valley has only been home since 2019, Lauren King, has enjoyed every second of what Big Sky Country has to offer. After meeting >>

Mackenzie Tansowny

Mackenzie completed her undergraduate degree at Valley City State University, where she competed on the women’s volleyball team. After graduating, Mackenzie moved to the Flathead Valley >>

Susie Schmele

Susie has worked in healthcare and higher education non-profits supporting the financial compliance of many federal grants over the last decade. She approaches new challenges with >>

Joyanna Winterrowd

“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain.” – Dolly Parton Life is not rainbows and unicorns >>

Rebekah Webb

Rebekah Webb is a dedicated tax accountant known for her exceptional ability to help clients navigate the complexities of tax regulations with ease and confidence. She >>

Tasia Knight-Holmes

Tasia completed her undergrad in Accounting from Western Governors University in 2021. She has 5 years of experience in bookkeeping and payroll services as an independent >>

Calvin Root

Calvin chose to become a part of the JCCS team because of the culture. From his first encounter with a recruiter to working through tax season, >>

Michelle Kaufman

Michelle is known for her ability to attack any challenge that comes her way, including ones that face her fears and weaknesses. She believes that tackling >>

Linda Pierce

Linda joined the JCCS team in 2020 as an administrative assistant and since she has been with JCCS she shows a strong commitment in helping the >>

Christine Samuels

Christine is a people person. Starting at JCCS in 2019, she is often the first and last face the client sees when visiting our office, and >>

Will Ramsey, CPA

Will grew up in Lolo but left Montana for a career as a U.S. Army officer. He returned to the Bitterroot Valley in 2010 after retiring >>

Raeanna Richards, CPA

Raeanna finds that the most rewarding part of working in tax is helping people. A firm believer in the idea of “doing something today that your >>

Heather Hart, CPA

Heather grew up in Great Falls and was honorably discharged from the Air National Guard. She enjoys camping and reading along with spending time with her >>

Kerry Pohle, CPA

“Successful people do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do. Don’t wish it were easier; wish you were better.” – Jim Rohn Kerry is always >>

Kristin Cowan

Kristin Cowan joined JCCS in the fall of 2018. She is currently the CAS Team Lead for the Flathead Valley, focusing on accounting, payroll and advisory >>

Tiffany Ridenour, CPA

Tiffany Ridenour was born and raised in the beautiful state of Montana that she feels blessed to call home. Tiffany enjoys all that the outdoors have >>

Jaylin Michelotti, CPA, CFP

Jay completed her college education at Carroll College in May of 2018. After competing in dual sports; softball and golf, completing a double major and achieving >>

LeeZann Johnson

LeeZann was born in Utah and moved to Montana at the age of 8, and grew up in the Columbia Falls, MT area. She came to >>

Craig Parmelee, CPA

As an avid climber of peaks in Glacier National Park one of Craig’s favorite sayings is that of the late great mountaineer Gordon Edwards “Look for >>

Jamie Ballas

Jamie has been in public accounting for well over a decade, working with clients on their payroll and bookkeeping needs. She believes in developing strong long-lasting >>

Rayne Hoover, SHRM-SCP, MBA

Rayne loves working with and helping people. Working in HR presents new and exciting ways to interact with people daily. Rayne views each employee as an >>

Caitlin Jindrich, CPA

Caitlin works with audit clients across a range of industries in Missoula and the Flathead Valley. She has extensive experience with audits of nonprofits including single >>

Carey Monson

Carey’s passion for accounting began when she joined her family’s redi-mix business in Brainerd, MN, where she discovered her love for numbers and financial management. Since >>

Bonnie Robertson, CPA

Bonnie loves the challenge of tax; tax laws are always changing and there is never a dull moment. Each tax return is a big math problem >>

Katie Clouse, CPA

Focusing on individual and entity tax preparation services, Katie believes in integrity and thinking outside the box to provide clients with innovative solutions. Katie’s professional goal >>

Teresa Moser, CPA

Consistent throughout her 25-some years as an accounting professional, Teri Moser believes that educating herself and her clients is a high priority. She takes professional development >>

Marija Berney, CPA

Marija Berney’s love for travel and new cultures has taken her from Eastern Europe to The Netherlands, Southern California, Hawaii and finally Montana, which she now >>

Jake Carter, CPA

Jake believes that the most crucial part of accounting services is the client relationship. It’s not just about the numbers – it’s about the people and >>

Sallie A. Brown, CPA

In her nearly 30 years as an accounting professional, Sallie Brown has accumulated an impressive range of knowledge and experience, including an early-career 15-year stint in >>

David L. Gilmer, CPA, ABV

Many businesses view their accountant primarily as a resource for tax compliance or bookkeeping. Dave Gilmer believes the role of a CPA can—and should—extend far beyond >>

Sabrina White, PCS

Sabrina White moved to Missoula from Fall River Mills, California, in 1986. Before moving north, Sabrina worked as a certified medical assistant for Syntex Pharmaceutical Corporation, >>

Victor Lombardo

If there is a single biggest thing that Victor Lombardo has learned in his 25-plus years in IT, it is that technology needs to assist the >>

Lee Mandelko

Throughout Lee Mandelko’s life, he has been known as Mr. Fix It. And “challenge accepted” is how he approaches life. Because of that, if it involves >>

Brenda Peyton, CPP

With more than 20 years’ experience, Brenda has encountered many companies whose financials are in disarray. Without the proper financial snapshot, owners aren’t able to assess >>

Sharon L. Rhodes, CPA

Sharon Rhodes wants to help her clients and their companies thrive, while having fun during the process of building long-term relationships. She has seen too many >>

Nicole Rieker, CPA

In the richness and complexity of everyday life, Nicole Rieker knows that for many individuals financial matters often rank as major life events. She therefore listens >>

Carla Reneau

Carla Reneau is service. Throughout her 30-some-year career her job titles have ranged from administrative assistant to customer service representative to barista. She’s worked in insurance, >>

Michelle Woods

No matter if it’s 1,000 little pieces of colored cardboard on her side table or a complicated new payroll or bookkeeping issue for a client, Michelle >>

Alissa A. Grimm, CPA

Alissa Grimm is a fourth-generation Montanan with a passion for the state that keeps her here. Outside of work you can find her whipping up a >>

Casey Nimocks

Casey Nimocks graduated with her associate’s degree in 2010, ready to start her new adventure in the world of accounting. She worked as an accounting clerk >>

Trina Thomson

Trina Thomson is a native of Kalispell and loves spending time with her family and friends camping, boating and off-roading in Montana’s great outdoors. She also >>

Sonia Carter, CPA

A tax return preparer for individuals, pass-through entities and nonprofits, Sonia believes in providing clients with a quality product on a timely basis. Having tax work >>

Camas Anderson

Camas joined the JCCS team in 2012 and works closely with management to onboard new employees, create internal training modules, and implement new policies within the >>

R. Craig Woods, CPA

Throughout his career in the accounting profession, Senior Tax Manager Craig Woods continually strives to help his clients achieve their personal, professional and business goals. His >>

Ashley Biggar, CPA

Having lived in Montana for most of her life, it is not surprising that Ashley’s interests include outdoor activities such as fishing, camping and tubing down >>

Ashley Sellwood

Ashley Sellwood was delighted to join the JCCS team in 2016 and brings with her more than 13 years of customer service experience – along with >>

Dan Lee

After a career as a classically trained French chef, Dan embarked on a journey in becoming an IT professional. With over 20 years of learning and >>

Gregory D. Peck, CPA

Through his more than 25 years of public practice in audit, tax and business consulting, Greg Peck has developed a question-and-answer process that helps him find >>

Tony David, CPA

For Tony David, putting in whatever time is required to know and understand each client is the key to achieving the JCCS mission of “seeing beyond >>

Tiffany Stemple, CPA

Tiffany Stemple serves as Team Lead of the firm’s western Audit division, providing audit and assurance services to private businesses, nonprofit organizations, and governmental entities. She >>

Roxanna Darling-Proulx

Rocky Darling-Proulx serves as JCCS’s Eastern Administrative Team Lead and brings more than 30 years of experience to the role, the majority of which has been spent with JCCS. A lifelong Montanan, Rocky is >>

Mary Donna Schultz

Born and raised in Helena, Montana, Mary Donna embraces the beauty of Montana through her love of hiking, golfing and spending time at her family’s cabin. >>

Tyler Bryant, CPA, CFE

Helping clients understand and overcome financial challenges is a key component of the ongoing relationships Tyler Bryant builds at JCCS. He strives to offer the expertise >>

Alex L. Schillinger, CPA

Raised working on the family farm in eastern Montana, Alex learned early on the importance of hard work, integrity, and planning for the future. With more >>

Levi D. Clarke, CPA

All roads that lead to success have to pass through hard work boulevard at some point. From a young age, growing up in the Bitterroot Valley, >>

Joe Legg

A strict work ethic and a love of family and music keeps Joe Legg balanced and happy. A Great Falls native and Marine Corps veteran, Joe >>

Amanda L. Manuel, CPA

Amanda Manuel firmly believes in helping others to be the best version of themselves. Whether in the gym, on the trail, or in business and industry, >>

Karen Gessaman, CPA

A native of Great Falls, Karen Gessaman enjoys reading, gardening, cross-country skiing, bicycling, playing board games and spending time with her family. Throughout her years as >>

Dana Sondergaard, CPA

With some 20 years of experience in corporate financial management, JCCS Chief Financial Officer Dana Sondergaard has consistently focused on ensuring not only the sustainability, but >>

Crystal L. Reichhoff, CPA

Crystal Reichhoff is a dedicated CPA with a strong focus on auditing and tax services. Whether it is auditing nonprofit, construction, and credit union organizations or >>

Lindsey Nichols, CPA, QKC, QKA

After graduating from college, Montana native Lindsey Nichols took a job in Portland, Oregon, with one of the country’s largest accounting firms. After a few years >>

Sam Fallang, CPA

With more than 20 years of experience serving clients across a wide range of industries, organizational structures, and professional backgrounds, I have developed a deep understanding >>

Lizzie Donnelly, QKA

A native of Montana, Lizzie Donnelly enjoys spending time outside and preferably away from the city. Lizzie is also an avid CrossFit athlete – so much >>

Kelby G. Donnelly, CPA

Throughout her considerable experience as an accounting professional, Kelby Donnelly has focused on building strong, long-term relationships with clients while making full use of the many >>

Mandi Boutilier, CPA

Amanda Boutilier, or Mandi as most call her, has a passion to connect with other people and to help them succeed at their goals and purposes. >>

Alexis Williams, QKA

Originally from Redding, California, Alexis Williams has called Montana home for the last 18 years. She has six siblings and tries to spend as much time >>

Jerry L. Lehman, CPA

With over 40 years of experience helping small-business owners solve varying financial and regulatory challenges, Jerry Lehman knows that almost always the most-meaningful solution is based on >>

John E. Stevens, CPA

If you’ve ever wondered about the finer points of taxation of pass-thru entities or developing a plan to transition your business, strike up a conversation with >>