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About Accounting Frontier

Our family-owned roots and decades of experience have shaped our commitment to helping businesses thrive with personalized care

Who We Are

Accounting Frontier is a trusted accounting partner for interior design firms and professional service businesses. We combine experienced accountants, modern technology, and a relationship-first approach to bring clarity, confidence, and stronger financial systems to every client. 

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Our Mission
Our Mission We help business owners gain financial clarity through accurate accounting, dependable processes, and practical guidance. 
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Our Approach
Our Approach We combine accounting expertise with modern technology to simplify your finances and support smarter business decisions. 
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Our Experience
Our Experience

Our team specializes in serving interior design firms and professional service businesses with accounting solutions built for the way they work.

Our Values

Financial Clarity We believe every business owner deserves clear, accurate financial information they can trust. We turn complex accounting into practical insights that help you make confident decisions.
Relationships First We take the time to understand your business, your goals, and the way you work. By building lasting partnerships, we provide advice and support that's tailored to your unique needs.
Service Excellence

Strong financial decisions start with dependable numbers. We bring consistency, attention to detail, and disciplined processes to every engagement so you can move forward with confidence.
Practical Innovation We combine experienced accountants with modern technology to simplify financial operations, improve efficiency, and create systems that grow alongside your business. 

Meet The Team

Our team is the heart of Accounting Frontier. We’re a group of experienced accountants, advisors, and problem-solvers who care deeply about helping business owners feel more confident in their numbers. From onboarding and bookkeeping to reporting and financial controls, we work together to deliver the clarity, consistency, and personal attention our clients count on.

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Phil Kirkendall, CPA Co-Managing PartnerPhil leads Accounting Frontier’s day-to-day operations with a steady focus on clarity, accountability, and client care. His background in tax and compliance helps clients stay organized, confident, and prepared as their businesses grow.
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Paul Kirkendall, CPA Co-Managing PartnerPaul leads client relationships and growth efforts at Accounting Frontier with a focus on clarity, responsiveness, and long-term trust. His background in financial analytics and reporting helps clients better understand their numbers and make confident business decisions. 
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Terry Kirkendall Founder

Terry co-founded Accounting Frontier with a commitment to personalized service, practical guidance, and lasting client relationships. With more than three decades in accounting and business operations, his experience and compassion continue to shape the firm’s client-first approach.

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Cory Roesch Senior Accountant

Cory brings steady leadership and deep systems experience to Accounting Frontier’s client work. As our longest-tenured employee and a U.S. Army veteran, he supports onboarding, client conversions, and month-end close with accuracy, structure, and care.

Cory Roesch Senior Accountant
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Kamlie Beshara MBA Senior AccountantKamlie supports bookkeeping and onboarding with a detail-focused approach shaped by her MBA and background in government accounting and school treasury management. She helps with onboarding and helps clients stay organized and accurate across QuickBooks Online, Xero, and Studio Designer.
Kamlie Beshara MBA Senior Accountant
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Cara Knight Staff Accountant

Cara brings corporate accounting experience and a detail-focused approach to her client work at Accounting Frontier. She supports bookkeeping and client communication with accuracy, consistency, and strong knowledge of Studio Designer.

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Carrie Coate Staff Accountant

Carrie brings broad bookkeeping experience to her client work, supporting AP, AR, payroll, and close processes with accuracy and care. She helps clients stay organized across QuickBooks Online, Xero, and Studio Designer.

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Ashley Macy Staff Accountant

Ashley brings public accounting experience and a service-focused approach to her client work. She supports bookkeeping and financial processes with accuracy, efficiency, and strong knowledge of QuickBooks Online and Studio Designer.

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Jack Higgens Staff AccountantJack brings a detail-focused accounting background with experience in bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparation, and financial statement support. He helps clients stay organized, accurate, and confident in the records behind their business decisions. 
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Janelle Siebenschuh Staff AccountantJanelle brings extensive accounting leadership experience with a focus on financial reporting, month-end close, and process improvement. She helps clients build accurate financial systems while delivering the clarity and insight needed to make confident business decisions. 
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Laura Long Staff Accountant

Laura brings more than seven years of accounting experience across public, nonprofit, and private organizations. She helps clients stay organized with accurate bookkeeping, dependable financial reporting, and a detail-focused approach to day-to-day accounting.

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Amy Crane Procurement CoordinatorAmy combines years of administrative and customer service experience with a proactive, solutions-focused approach. She manages ordering, vendor relationships, and issue resolution to help ensure client projects stay on track and receive the attention to detail they deserve.
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Phil Kirkendall, CPA Co-Managing PartnerPhil leads Accounting Frontier’s day-to-day operations with a steady focus on clarity, accountability, and client care. His background in tax and compliance helps clients stay organized, confident, and prepared as their businesses grow.
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Paul Kirkendall, CPA Co-Managing PartnerPaul leads client relationships and growth efforts at Accounting Frontier with a focus on clarity, responsiveness, and long-term trust. His background in financial analytics and reporting helps clients better understand their numbers and make confident business decisions. 
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Terry Kirkendall Co-Founder

Terry co-founded Accounting Frontier with a commitment to personalized service, practical guidance, and lasting client relationships. With more than three decades in accounting and business operations, his experience and compassion continue to shape the firm’s client-first approach.

Terry Kirkendall Co-Founder
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Cory Roesch Senior Accountant

Cory brings steady leadership and deep systems experience to Accounting Frontier’s client work. As our longest-tenured employee and a U.S. Army veteran, he supports onboarding, client conversions, and month-end close with accuracy, structure, and care.

Cory Roesch Senior Accountant
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Kamlie Beshara MBA Senior AccountantKamlie supports bookkeeping and onboarding with a detail-focused approach shaped by her MBA and background in government accounting and school treasury management. She helps with onboarding and helps clients stay organized and accurate across QuickBooks Online, Xero, and Studio Designer.
Kamlie Beshara MBA Senior Accountant
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Cara Knight Staff Accountant

Cara brings corporate accounting experience and a detail-focused approach to her client work at Accounting Frontier. She supports bookkeeping and client communication with accuracy, consistency, and strong knowledge of Studio Designer.

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Carrie Coate Staff Accountant

Carrie brings broad bookkeeping experience to her client work, supporting AP, AR, payroll, and close processes with accuracy and care. She helps clients stay organized across QuickBooks Online, Xero, and Studio Designer.

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Ashley Macy Staff Accountant

Ashley brings public accounting experience and a service-focused approach to her client work. She supports bookkeeping and financial processes with accuracy, efficiency, and strong knowledge of QuickBooks Online and Studio Designer.

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Jack Higgens Staff AccountantJack brings a detail-focused accounting background with experience in bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparation, and financial statement support. He helps clients stay organized, accurate, and confident in the records behind their business decisions. 
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Janelle Siebenschuh Staff AccountantJanelle brings extensive accounting leadership experience with a focus on financial reporting, month-end close, and process improvement. She helps clients build accurate financial systems while delivering the clarity and insight needed to make confident business decisions. 
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Laura Long Staff Accountant

Laura brings more than seven years of accounting experience across public, nonprofit, and private organizations. She helps clients stay organized with accurate bookkeeping, dependable financial reporting, and a detail-focused approach to day-to-day accounting.

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Amy Crane Procurement CoordinatorAmy combines years of administrative and customer service experience with a proactive, solutions-focused approach. She manages ordering, vendor relationships, and issue resolution to help ensure client projects stay on track and receive the attention to detail they deserve.
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Meet Our Team

 

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Managing Partner

Phil Kirkendall CPA

As a Managing Partner, Phil oversees Accounting Frontier's day-to-day operations—including client oversight, HR and finance. With a strong background in tax and compliance, Phil uses his skills to help clients navigate obligations and maintain seamless financial systems.
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Managing Partner

Paul Kirkendall CPA

As a Managing Partner, Paul provides client oversight in addition to leading marketing and business development efforts. With a strong background in financial analytics and reporting, he is committed to delivering exceptional service and fostering lasting client relationships.
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Co-Founder

Terry Kirkendall

Terry co-founded Accounting Frontier with a vision to provide personalized financial services to businesses in his community. With over three decades of experience in accounting and business operations, Terry’s knowledge and compassion have been the foundation of our approach.
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Senior Accountant

Cory Roesch

Cory is our longest-tenured employee and a veteran of the U.S. Army. As one of our onboarding specialists, he leads many client conversions. In addition to overseeing books for his clients, Cory plays a key role in leading month-end close processes. He is highly skilled in Xero, QuickBooks Online (QBO), and Studio Designer.
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Staff Accountant

Cara Knight

Cara previously served as a senior finance manager in corporate accounting at a Fortune 500 company. With an eye for detail and accuracy, she is a highly skilled senior accountant specializing in bookkeeping, client communication, and onboarding. She is proficient in Xero, QuickBooks Online (QBO), and Studio Designer.
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Senior Accountant

Kamlie Beshara

Kamlie holds an MBA and has a background in government accounting and school treasury management. As a bookkeeping and onboarding specialist, she is known for her attention to detail and accuracy. She is highly skilled in QuickBooks Online (QBO), Xero, and Studio Designer.
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Staff Accountant

Carrie Coate

Carrie is a seasoned accountant with extensive bookkeeping experience, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), month-end and year-end close, and payroll. Carrie is experienced in QuickBooks Online (QBO), Xero, and Studio Designer.
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Staff Accountant

Ashley Macy

Ashley comes from a background in public accounting, bringing strong expertise in bookkeeping and customer service. She is highly skilled in QuickBooks Online (QBO) and Studio Designer and is committed to ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial processes.

Let's Talk About Your Business

Whether you need cleaner books, stronger financial processes, or a trusted accounting partner, we're here to help. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your goals, ask questions, and see if Accounting Frontier is the right fit.