http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/index/ Ricci & Company is an accounting and financial consulting firm in Albuquerque, New Mexico. en richardson@squirescompany.com Copyright 2008 2008-10-15T18:16:35-07:00 http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/job_application_thanks/ http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/job_application_thanks/#When:18:16:35Z {summary}We Want You! Thanks for your submission. We'll be contacting you soon! Career 2008-10-15T18:16:35-07:00 http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/job_application/ http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/job_application/#When:18:07:31Z {summary}We Want You! Find out why we’re not your typical bean counters. Apply for new positions below. Career 2008-10-15T18:07:31-07:00 http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/thanks/ http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/thanks/#When:17:55:12Z {summary}Directions We want to hear from you! Thank you for your submission. We look forward to speaking with you! 2008-10-15T17:55:12-07:00 http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/deena_atkins/ http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/deena_atkins/#When:17:47:39Z {summary} Deena Atkins, CPA, Manager Deena Atkins has more than 25 years of experience in public accounting, and is a superior manager and team member alike for Ricci & Company. Client Focus Deena has worked with Ricci & Company LLC for 17 years. Her specialties are complex tax issues with individuals, businesses, estates, and trusts. She also deals with tax authority problems. Prior to joining Ricci & Company, Deena worked in the tax departmentof a large national accounting firm in Texas. Her management expertise greatly enhances the quality of service for Ricci & Company clients. Education, Professional Memberships & CPA Licenses Deena is a member of the New Mexico Society of CPAs, the Estate Planning Council, and the American Institute of CPAs. She graduated from New Mexico State University with a BBA. Management, Managers 2008-10-09T17:47:39-07:00 http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/herman_chavez/ http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/herman_chavez/#When:17:42:22Z {summary} Herman Chavez, CPA, Manager With more than 11 years of experience to hiscredit, Herman Chavez is an audit manager forRicci & Company. His responsibilities encompass planning and conducting audits for various construction, governmental, and not-for-profit entities. Client Focus Herman spends most of his time onsite at client offices, overseeing the day-to-day activities of audits. His government experience is extensive. He has worked with large and small cities, large and small counties, large and small state agencies, and special purpose governments, as well as the New Mexico State Auditor’s Office. He has also been the key contact for various non-audit services. Prior to the inception of Ricci & Company, Herman was a manager with Neff & Ricci, one of New Mexico’s most reputable accounting firms inthe governmental arena, which later turned into the Albuquerque office of the largest accounting firm headquartered on the west coast. Education, Professional Memberships & CPA Licenses Herman is a member of the American Institute of CPAs and the New Mexico Society of CPAs. He graduated with a BA from the Universityof San Diego. Management, Managers 2008-10-09T17:42:22-07:00 http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/john_grisham/ http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/john_grisham/#When:17:41:40Z {summary} John Grisham, CPA, Manager John Grisham is a manager at Ricci & Companywith six years of experience. Innovative and extremely intelligent, he is willing to take time for the individual needs of each client, big or small, and find the best solution for each situation. Client Focus John is involved with many construction contractor clients, as well as other large corporate clients. Prior to joining Ricci & Company, John was a senior in the Albuquerque office of Grant Thornton, a national accounting and consulting firm. During his time with Grant Thornton, he was involved in corporate tax and audit work for large corporate clients. Previously, John was a senior with Moss Adams, where he specialized in auto dealerships, financial institutions, and construction industry tax engagements. Education, Professional Memberships & CPA Licenses John is an active member of the New Mexico Society of CPAs and the American Institute of CPAs. He received his BBA from the University of New Mexico. Known for his high level of physical activity, he is proudto have run the Boston Marathon. Management, Managers 2008-10-09T17:41:40-07:00 http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/dave_kingsbury/ http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/dave_kingsbury/#When:17:39:51Z {summary} Dave Kingsbury, CPA, Manager With 17 years of experience in public accounting andfive years of experience as a controller in a largedental practice, Dave Kingsbury is a manager atRicci & Company. Client Focus Dave's primary concentration is the construction industry, providing review and compilation services; business consulting; and taxation of individuals, corporations, and partnerships. He also assists clients with all types of business-related decisions and technical problems. Dave’s dedication and commitment to Ricci & Company throughout11 years have given both new and established clients an opportunity to experience a higher level of service. His extensive knowledge of his clients’ operations is impressive, and clients and co-workers alike have come to rely on and appreciate Dave’s stability. Education, Professional Memberships & CPA Licenses Dave is a member of the American Institute of CPAs, New Mexico Society of CPAs, McGladrey Construction Real Estate Network, and Associated General Contractors. Dave earned his BBA with honors in Accounting from Eastern New Mexico University. Management, Managers 2008-10-09T17:39:51-07:00 http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/shawn_mortensen/ http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/shawn_mortensen/#When:17:37:12Z {summary} Shawn Mortensen, CPA, Director With more than 16 years of experience serving a vast array of companies and industries, Shawn Mortensen is a director at Ricci & Company. Client Focus Shawn is responsible for planning and conducting audits for various construction, governmental, utility, and not-for-profit entities. He can often be found onsite, supervising staff for many of these projects. Prior to joining Ricci & Company, Shawn served with several of the largest local CPA firms in the state, including four years as a senior audit manager. He also held the position of controller for a startup company, and served as a financial consultant. In this role, Shawn’s responsibilities encompassed day-to-day supervision of the general ledger, preparation of payroll tax reports, preparation of financial statements, and consulting on financial matters. Education, Professional Memberships & CPA Licenses Shawn is an active member of the American Institute of CPAs and New Mexico Society of CPAs. He has a degree in Accounting and Information Systems from Brigham Young University. Management, Directors 2008-10-09T17:37:12-07:00 http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/donna_c_peace/ http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/donna_c_peace/#When:17:35:16Z {summary} Donna C Peace, CPA, Principal With 13 years of experience at national, regional, and local public accounting firms. Donna Peace serves as a principal at Ricci & Company. Client Focus Donna has been involved with managing both audits and tax projects throughout her career. At Ricci & Company, she oversees several large projects, specializing in not-for-profits and construction. The firm’s clients enjoy Donna’s exuberant personality and desire to gain extensive knowledge of their businesses. Previously, Donna was a supervisor with McGladrey & Pullen, a national accounting and consulting firm in Washington State. She is a CPA in both New Mexico and Washington State. Education, Professional Memberships & CPA Licenses Donna is an active member of the American Institute of CPAs and New Mexico Society of CPAs. She is the former treasurer of the New Mexico Arts and Crafts Fair and was a member of the TVC Board in 2006. Donna earned her BBA from Texas A&M University. The AICPA’s Women’s Initiatives Executive Committee partnered with several state CPA societies, along with Robert Half International, to honor outstanding women in the profession through the Woman to Watch awards. Donna received the 2008 Woman to Watch award for emerging leaders. These are women who are up-and-coming stars in their organizations. Management, Principals 2008-10-09T17:35:16-07:00 http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/curt_d_mcgill/ http://www.riccicpa.com/index.php/site/curt_d_mcgill/#When:17:32:33Z {summary} Curt D McGill, CPA, Principal With more than 26 years of experience serving clientsin a broad array of industries, Curt McGill is a principalwith Ricci & Company. He advises numerous closely-held business, partnerships, not-for-profit clients, and individuals on matters pertaining to tax, financial, estate, and retirement planning. Client Focus Curt specializes in planning for closely-held businesses, corporations, S-corporations, partnerships, and estates. He serves as a tax partner for more than 50 partnership and S-corporation clients and advises several family groups regarding tax and estate issues. Curt is experienced in a wide variety of industries, including construction, real estate, high tech start up, and hospitality. Prior to joining Ricci & Company, Curt amassed a broad range of experiences. He worked for a Big 4 firm and also served at a local Albuquerque firm. He also owned his own accounting firm, and has served as chief financial officer and corporate controller in the distribution and construction industries. Education, Professional Memberships & CPA Licenses Curt is a member of the New Mexico Society of CPAs and the American Institute of CPAs. He graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1980 with a BBA with a concentration in accountancy, and is an avid Lobos fan. Management, Principals 2008-10-09T17:32:33-07:00