KELLER CPA - Key Persons
Aimee graduated in 1999 with her Bachelors in Accounting from the University of Nevada, Reno and became a Certified Public Accountant in 2007. Aimee dabbled in taxes during the first years of her career, but most of her career has been in auditing. Aimee has worked for public accounting firms in Nevada, Utah and California prior to settling with her family in Idaho in 2006. Upon coming to Idaho, Aimee worked for the Idaho Legislature as an auditor, advancing to become one of the managing auditors. Aimee has audited the state's financial statements, federal program compliance, and internal controls. Aimee has recently decided to join the Keller CPA family alongside her husband, Robb. In her free time Aimee enjoys going to the movies, shopping, camping, running, and vicariously reliving her glory days by cheering at her kids sporting events.
Annette graduated in 1991 from Boise State University with a BBA in Accounting. Annette has over 25 years in the accounting field, with 15 of those years in a Controller position both in Virginia and Idaho. Annette has wide and varied experience with financial statements, payroll, benefits and retirement plans. Annette was born in Mountain Home and returned to Idaho in 2013 from Virginia. Annette has been married to her husband Leigh for over 9 years and has two grown daughters and five grandchildren. When not at work, Annette enjoys paper crafting, reading and herding Chihuahuas.
Cameron graduated in 2003 with his Masters from Brigham Young University (BYU) and became a Certified Public Accountant in 2004. After working for another accounting firm for three years, he started Keller CPAs in 2006 and built the entire practice around one thing - the client experience. Cameron brings an out of the box approach coupled with an energetic personality that results in solutions rather than excuses. Cameron has extensive knowledge in tax planning and compliance, business consulting and operations, CPA prepared financial statements, and QuickBooks support. Cameron and his wife Erin of 17 years have 7 children. In his free time Cameron enjoys coaching and watching anything sports related, especially if it involves his kids.
Danny graduated from Boise State in 2012 with a Bachelor's of Science with an emphasis in accounting. After that he spent time passing all sections of the CPA exam. He then began his career in public accounting working at two firms over the course of seven tax season before finding his home at Keller CPA. Danny has extensive experience in Partnership tax and is continuing gaining experience in trust and estates. Danny lives alone with his small cat (Cookie) and a few houseplants. He spends his free time purchasing books he then does not read, trying to lose weight and, paradoxically, sitting on his couch. Danny is a complicated man.
Dawn graduated in 2000 with a BS in Political Science from Boise State University. Dawn has worked in the accounting field for more than 19 years. She has worked in many industries, mostly service related, performing various levels of office functions, as well as bookkeeping, and payroll. She enjoys working for small businesses filling a variety of rolls and has a passion for customer service. Dawn joined the Keller CPA family in 2012. Dawn was born in Idaho but has lived in various states as far away as Georgia as she was growing up. She moved back with her daughter to her home state of Idaho in 2010. In her free time Dawn enjoys cooking and baking, arts and crafts, reading, movies, swimming, horseback riding, and most of all spending time with family.
Liz joined the Keller Team in March of 2020. She has been a receptionist and office manager for small businesses for over 10 years. As the receptionist at Keller CPA, she brings a love of people to the office and greets clients with a friendly face and smile. Liz is an entertainer in her spare time dancing Spanish Flamenco with Flamenco Idaho and Cuadro Nuevo. She also plays fingerstyle ukulele and sings with her husband at retirement communities around the area and other venues. Liz is a 5th generation Idahoan and has raised 5 kids, 4 dogs, numerous fish and a couple birds here in the great state of Idaho. You can find her in the backyard where her husband has planted a sunflower garden just for her.
Karyn McKinney Technical Lead, CPA, MBA Karyn graduated summa cum laude from Northwest Nazarene University and holds both a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration. She is a veteran of the United States Marine Corp and has a diverse background in both business and engineering. A CPA with 15+ years of tax and accounting experience, Karyn specializes in fiduciary accounting and income tax, estate tax and partnerships. Industry experience includes real estate, agriculture, small-medium size businesses and their owners. She is versatile in bringing together tax, business and estate planning to help individuals define and create their legacy. Karyn volunteers her time at several non-profit companies serving in our local community and beyond. Treasurer and Finance Chair of Capital Matrix, Inc., a community development corporation that facilitates SBA 504 loans to businesses throughout Idaho and Washington. (2013- Present). Treasurer of The Closet, Inc, an organization that provides free clothing to teens in need. Karyn was an Idaho Business Review 2013 Business Women of the Year Honoree and was selected in 2014 by Sea Mercy International to join their mission and documentary voyage to Fiji. On that mission, she was responsible for all patient registration and documentation to the Fijian Health Ministry. When she is not at work, Karyn enjoys all things outdoors from gardening to climbing Mount Borah. She also travels extensively and has visited over 24 different countries.
Kim joined the Keller CPA family in 2019 after spending over 20 years working in administrative and customer service roles including owning and running her own business. Kim manages the firm's accounts receivable and payable and assists the firm's accountants. Kim oversees the day to day operations of the office by managing relationships with vendors and ensuring that internal processes are seamless and efficient. As the Office Manager, she enjoys meeting and caring for people and helping each client to feel confident and comfortable with their experience at Keller CPAs. Kim moved to Meridian, Idaho in 2003. She is originally from Southern California however having had her kids here she likes to consider herself an Idahoan. In her free time Kim enjoys traveling, wake boarding, surfing, baking, hanging out with her daughters, and spending time with family and friends.
Lonnie graduated in 1985 with both his Masters of Taxation and Accounting Degree from Brigham Young University and became a Certified Public Accountant in 1987. After graduation, Lonnie worked for Arthur Andersen in Oakland, San Francisco and Boise for 9 years specializing in individual tax and small business. He then went on to work for 21 years in Micron's tax department serving most recently as US Tax Director. Lonnie joined the Keller CPA family in October 2017. Lonnie was born and raised in Emmett, Idaho. When Lonnie isn't at work, he enjoys golfing, camping, backpacking the Sawtooth's and spending time with his family. Lonnie met his wife of 30 years, Bonnie, while working at Arthur Anderson. They have 6 children including 2 grandchildren who all live here locally and enjoy coming over to ride the horses and ATV.
Rachel graduated in 2019 with her AAS in Bookkeeping and Accounting from CWI. Rachel has over 16 years in the accounting field with experience in bookkeeping, payroll processing and taxes. Rachel enjoys payroll immensely and interacting with clients. Rachel worked for another accounting firm prior to joining the Keller CPA family in 2007. Rachel was born in Rexburg, Idaho and has lived in Idaho most of her life. Rachel has been married to her husband Vinaii for 15 years, they have 4 children. In her free time Rachel enjoys going to the movies, camping, flag football, running the non-profit for women's flag football team, and running her kids around!
Rebecca has worked in the customer service area for more than 15 years. Rebecca's experience includes front office receptionist duties as well as administrative and customer services duties. Providing excellent customer service and helping people has always been her passion in both her professional and personal life. She always greets everyone with a smile. Rebecca joined the Keller CPA family in 2012. Rebecca is the second of six children. This along with her professional experience has taught her a great deal about working with different personalities. Rebecca has lived in Idaho her whole life, mostly in the Boise area. In her free time Rebecca is a huge movie buff and loves spending time with her nieces and nephews.
Robb comes to Keller CPAs with two bachelor's degrees and a wide range of experience. Robb first graduated with honors from Utah Valley University with a degree in hospitality management. He worked in management in the hospitality industry for five years managing a staff of over 120 employees. Because of this training, Robb has a great enthusiasm for customer service and exceeding customer expectations. Robb also graduated with honors from Boise State University (Go Broncos!) with a degree in Accounting and worked for an accounting software company in the Boise area for two years. Robb joined the Keller CPA family in 2008. Robb has extensive experience in accounting, tax compliance and planning, and training users in accounting software. Robb became a Certified Public Accountant in 2018. Robb is otherwise known as "the man" around here, be sure to mention this any chance you get! Robb and his wife Aimee of 17 years have 4 children. In his free time Robb enjoys spending time with his family.
Susan graduated in 2005 with her Masters of Accountancy from Southern Utah University. Susan is an enrolled agent with the IRS. She has worked for CPA firms for more than 18 years. Susan joined the Keller CPA family in 2011. Susan has extensive experience in bookkeeping, payroll, individual and business tax returns, and CPA prepared financial statements. Her goal with each and every client is to identify opportunities to improve data entry so meaningful reports and projections can be produced for the owners. Susan enjoys working closely with clients and strives to provide excellent customer service. Susan was raised in Eastern Idaho and moved to Boise in 2010. In her free time Susan enjoys spending time with her family including her 2 grandchildren, watching football, and of course fishing and camping.