Alasdair graduated from University of California, Santa Barbara in 2015 with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics & Accounting. Immediately after graduating, he joined RKE as a staff accountant. Alasdair is currently gaining experience in both assurance and tax service. He is engaged in the preparation of compiled, reviewed, and audited financial statements and also assists with federal and state tax compliance work.

Andrew Stah is a Senior in the RKE tax department. He began his public accounting experience in 2012. He is a graduate of George Mason University with degrees is both Finance and Accounting. During this time, Andrew has gained experience in preparation/review of individual, business and trust tax returns with an emphasis on personal service entities. Andrew is a licensed CPA.

Austin is a staff accountant in RKE’s tax department. He graduated from the University of Arizona in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting. Prior to joining RKE, Austin worked at a multi-national accounting firm. Austin is currently pursuing his CPA license in the state of California.

Brad is a Manager in RKE’s Assurance department providing audit, review and compilation services to manufacturing, distribution, apparel and service companies within the middle-market. Brad joined RKE in 2014 following his experience with a local public accounting firm for one year and eight years in private industry, overseeing the accounting functions at closely-held companies in the construction industry. Brad graduated from the University of Phoenix with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. He is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of California and is a member American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Brian is a senior accountant in RKE’s tax department. Brian joined RKE in 2013 and his experience includes preparation and review of federal and multi-state corporate, partnership and individual income tax returns. Brian graduated from Claremont-McKenna with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics-Accounting.

Chad is a senior in RKE’s tax department, having begun his career in public accounting at RKE in 2013. Chad’s experience is primarily focused on federal and state tax compliance, income tax planning strategies, GAAP accounting for income taxes, and merger and acquisition planning. Chad graduated from California State University Long Beach with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.

Charmaine is a Manager in RKE’s Consulting department, providing services to manufacturing, distribution, apparel and service companies. She works directly with the owners and officers of the companies in dealing with preparation of financial statements, development of cash flow projection and forecasting models, design and analysis of accounting systems and internal controls, preparation of business taxes, compilation and review of financial statements, and assistance with due diligence. Prior to joining RKE in 2012, Charmaine began her career at a regional CPA firm in Southern California where she provided income tax compliance and planning services for closely held businesses and high net- worth individuals. Charmaine received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting from California State University, Long Beach, and is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of California.

Chris is a Senior Manager in RKE’s Tax department with more than 8 years of experience in corporate and personal income tax planning and compliance. His technical experience includes tax planning for closely held businesses and their owners, real estate transactions, corporate taxation, merger and acquisition planning, state and local tax concepts, and tax accounting methods. Chris also has extensive experience in representing clients through IRS and FTB audits. Prior to joining RKE in 2009, Chris spent two years at a national public accounting firm. Chris obtained his Bachelor of Science in Accounting at Loyola Marymount University and his Master’s of Business Taxation from the University of Southern California in 2015, and is a Certified Public Accountant licensed State of California.

Denny is a Senior Tax Manager at RKE, LLP and has over 10 years of tax and accounting experience. Prior to joining RKE, Denny worked at a global public accounting firm and was also a Chief Financial Officer at an entertainment media company. Denny received his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Chapman University and his Master’s in Business Administration from the University of California at Los Angeles. Denny is a licensed CPA and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accounts and the California Society of Certified Public Accountants.

Hetal is a Manager in RKE’s Assurance department, providing accounting and attestation services, including the preparation of audited, reviewed and compiled financial statements. After graduating from the University of California, San Diego with a B.S. in Management Science and earning a Certificate in Accounting from University of California, Los Angeles, Hetal worked at a national accounting firm before joining RKE in 2016. Hetal is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of California and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Jacki is a Manager in RKE’s Assurance department. She has experience with the preparation of audited, reviewed and compiled financial statements. Jacki graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a B.A. in Business Economics with an Emphasis in Accounting and subsequently obtained a Master’s in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Finance and Entrepreneurial Management. Jacki is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of California and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Jelena is a senior accountant in RKE’s tax department. She joined the firm in 2014 and is engaged in the preparation and review of federal and multi-state tax returns for a variety of corporations, partnerships and individuals. Jelena graduated from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.

Jennifer is a staff accountant in RKE’s Assurance Services department and provides accounting and attestation services, including the preparation of audited, reviewed and compiled financial statements, to a variety of industries. Jennifer joined RKE in 2015 after graduating from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accountancy. Jennifer is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of California and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Jessica joined RKE in 2014 and is a Manager in the Tax department. Jessica’s experience includes the planning, preparation and review of federal and multi-state tax returns for closely-held corporations and partnerships and high-net worth individuals. Prior to joining RKE, she worked at a large regional CPA firm and a local CPA firm. Jessica received her Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. Jessica is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of California and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Jordan graduated from Loyola Marymount University in May 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. After working at a Big 4 accounting firm, he joined RKE as a staff accountant. Jordan is currently gaining experience in assurance and tax services while working towards obtaining his CPA license.

Josh graduated from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and an emphasis in Accountancy. Prior to joining RKE in September 2014, he worked in private accounting for fourteen years. Josh is currently gaining experience in consulting, assurance, and tax services. He is engaged in the preparation of compiled, reviewed, and audited financial statements and also assists with federal and state tax compliance work.

Joshua is a senior accountant in RKE’s tax practice, having joined the firm in 2013 as a staff accountant. He is involved with the preparation of business and individual tax returns and projections and the research of technical tax issues. Joshua is also active with administration of the firm’s information technology. He graduated from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.

Karen is a Manager in RKE’s Tax department, with experience in tax compliance and consulting for individuals, partnerships, corporations and real estate investment trusts (“REITs”). Her focus is in the area of real estate partnerships, REITs and private equity funds. Prior to joining RKE in 2015, Karen worked at two national accounting CPA firms. Karen graduated from Beijing Normal University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and later received her Master’s in Accounting from University of Michigan. She is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of California and is a member of the California Society of Certified Public Accountants.

Kathleen is a Manager in RKE’s Assurance department. In this capacity, she works with businesses in a variety of industries to provide audited, reviewed and compiled financial statements. Kathleen joined RKE in 2013 after graduating from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and an Emphasis in Accounting. Kathleen is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of California, a member of the California Society of Certified Public Accountants, and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Kristine joined the RKE team as a Staff Accountant just after graduating in May 2017 from California State University, Fullerton with a Master of Science in Accountancy. She is currently working to gain experience in tax, assurance and consulting services.

Luke is a Senior Accountant in RKE’s Assurance department, providing accounting and attestation services, including the preparation of audited, reviewed and compiled financial statements. After graduating from the University of Redlands in May 2014 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting, he began his career with a Big 4 accounting firm before joining RKE in 2016. Luke is currently working to become a Certified Public Accountant in the State of California.

Marcus graduated from California State University, Fullerton in August 2017 with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting. He joined RKE as a Staff Accountant immediately after graduation, and is currently gaining experience in tax, consulting, and assurance while working to obtain his CPA licensure.

Margareth graduated from California State University, Long Beach in December 2016, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accountancy. She subsequently joined RKE as a Staff Accountant and is currently gaining experience in tax, assurance and consulting.

Matt is a Manager in RKE’s Tax department, having begun his career in public accounting at RKE in 2010. Matt provides federal and state tax compliance services and tax planning strategies to a range of clients including manufacturers, distributors, apparel, hospitality, service and real estate companies and high net worth individuals. Matt graduated from Loyola Marymount University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, and is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in California.

Mayra is a Manager in RKE’s tax department, with experience in the planning, preparation and review of federal and multi-state tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and trusts. Prior to joining RKE in 2016, Mayra began her public accounting career at a “Big Four” Firm and later transitioned to a local public accounting firm where she gained tax experience for 7 years. Mayra graduated in 2004 from Loyola Marymount University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, and is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in California, and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Melissa joined RKE in 2016 and is a staff accountant currently gaining experience in consulting, assurance and tax services. She is engaged in the preparation and attestation of financial statements and also the preparation of federal and state tax returns for businesses and individuals. Melissa graduated from California State University, Dominguez Hills in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and an Emphasis in Accounting.

Michaela is a Manager in RKE’s tax department, having begun her career in public accounting at RKE in 2011. Michaela’s experience is primarily focused on tax compliance and consulting services for closely held companies and their owners, high net worth individuals, partnerships, and corporations in various industries including manufacturing, distribution, service, technology, and hospitality. Michaela graduated from California State University, Long Beach in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Michaela is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of California.

Moona joined RKE in 2016 as a staff accountant. Since joining RKE, she has been gaining experience in the tax department preparing federal and state tax returns for businesses and individuals.  Moona graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor in Business Administration.

As a Senior Manager in the Assurance group, Natasha focuses on assisting privately held companies in the middle market meet high standards of financial transparency and accountability. She has significant experience in dealing with general accounting and business matters and specializes in completing all aspects of business assurance engagements including financial statement audits and reviews, audits of employee benefit plans, and agreed upon procedures. She has served companies ranging in size from start-ups to large multi-national corporations in a variety of industries including manufacturing and distribution, retail, food and beverage, transportation, and service providers. She is also actively involved in firm recruitment, internal training and staff development. Prior to joining RKE in 2009, Natasha started her career in public accounting at a large regional accounting firm based in Southern California. Natasha graduated from California State University, San Bernardino with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration with a Concentration in Accounting. She is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of California, a member of the California Society of Certified Public Accountants, and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Polina graduated from California State University, Long Beach in May 2017, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accountancy. She subsequently joined RKE as a Staff Accountant and is currently gaining experience in tax, assurance, and consulting, as well as working to obtain her CPA licensure.

Rafael graduated from California State University, Long Beach in December 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting. Rafael joined RKE as a Staff Accountant shortly after graduating and is currently gaining experience in tax, consulting, and assurance while working to obtain his CPA licensure.

Sal has significant experience supervising a variety of small to middle market manufacturing, distribution, apparel and professional service companies. Sal leads the firm’s employee benefit plan audit practice and has extensive hospitality, restaurant and retail experience. Sal has been practicing public accounting since 2001. Prior to joining RKE as a business assurance senior manager, Sal was a business assurance manager with a top-ten public accounting firm. He received his bachelor of science from California State University, Long Beach. Sal is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in California, a member of the California Society of Certified Public Accountants, and a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Shane is a Manager in RKE’s Assurance and Consulting department, providing services to manufacturing, distribution, apparel, food and beverage, retail and professional service companies. Shane’s experience is primarily focused on assurance services, including the preparation of audited, reviewed and compiled financial statements. In addition to assurance work, Shane is involved in providing transaction advisory services and financial due diligence, internal control assessments and consulting services across a broad spectrum of industries. Shane began his career in public accounting at RKE in 2010 upon graduation from the University of Redlands where he received a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. He is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of California.

Stephen graduated from California State University, Long Beach in May 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting. He joined RKE shortly after as a staff accountant where he is gaining experience in tax and consulting services while pursuing his CPA license.

Taylor graduated from Sonoma State University in 2012 with a bachelor of science in business administration and an emphasis in both accounting and finance.  Shortly after graduation, she joined RKE as a staff accountant. Taylor is currently gaining experience in both assurance and tax services. She is engaged in preparation of compiled, reviewed, and audited financial statements and also assists with federal and state tax compliance work.

Therese is a manager in RKE’s tax department, having begun her career in public accounting at RKE in 2010. Therese’s experience is primarily focused on tax compliance and consulting services for closely held companies and their owners, high net worth individuals, partnerships, and corporations in various industries including manufacturing, distribution, apparel, hospitality, service, and technology. Therese graduated from California State University Long Beach with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Therese is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in California.

Vivian graduated from California State University, Long Beach in May 2016, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Accountancy. She subsequently joined RKE later as a Staff Accountant and is currently gaining experience in both assurance and tax services.