Kristian invests his time and efforts into gaining a deep understanding of his clients’ business that aids owners and decision-makers in guiding the strategic direction of their business, increasing operational efficiency, and maximizing profitability.

Through his extensive experience in public accounting with a top 10 international accounting firm and his controllership experience with a $100M+ global manufacturing company, Kristian has developed a deep and diverse skill set. His involvement in various special projects including, but not limited to operational process and internal control assessment and improvement, acquisition due diligence and accounting, financial forecasting and feasibility, and debt contract review gives clients peace of mind in navigating the ever-changing business landscape. As a member of the firm’s employee benefit plan niche group, Kristian serves as a key resource to his clients and colleagues on the current trends and developments in the benefit plan arena.

Specializations

• Manufacturing/Distribution
• Nonprofits
• Acquisition Due Diligence and Accounting
• Cash Flow Forecasting and Management
• Contract Review
• Employee Benefit Plans, including 11-K filers
• Employee Stock Ownership Plans
• Financial Forecasting and Feasibility
• Internal Control Analysis
• Inventory Control
• Operational Assessment

Education

• Master of Science in Accounting, Kent State University 

Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant

Professional and Civic Memberships and Activities

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), member
• Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants (OSCPA), member
• Aluminum Cans for Burned Children, board member and treasurer
• Cleveland Bridge Builders, Class of 2021, advisory committee member

CliftonStrengths

• Relator
• Learner
• Analytical
• Arranger
• Responsibility