Meet Our
Team

Our dedicated staff has decades of experience helping companies with their accounting needs. We always put our clients' needs first and do whatever it takes to help you reach your goals.

Lee Bowen
Owner

Lee Bowen, MBA

An accomplished entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in corporate financial operations, strategic planning, and executive leadership—including serving as CFO of a multi-national, billion-dollar organization. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Brigham Young University and an MBA from Arizona State University.

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Tax Director

Jennifer Card, EA

An enrolled agent with 17 years of experience and a background as a business owner, giving her unique insight into clients’ needs. She specializes in tax preparation and federal and state representation, helping businesses navigate complex tax challenges with confidence. Jennifer’s personalized approach allows clients to stay compliant and focus on growth.

Eric Bird
Accounting & Tax Director

Eric Bird, CPA, EA

With degrees in Accounting from BYU and the University of Georgia, and experience at KPMG specializing in corporate and partnership tax, he now focuses on helping small businesses—especially in the restaurant industry. Eric partners with entrepreneurs and franchise owners, providing expert financial and tax guidance to support their success.

Alyssa Gunnell
Accounting Business Partner

Alyssa Gunnell, MACC

Holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University and a Master’s in Accounting from the University of Utah. With five years at Certus, she has held key roles including Project & Office Manager, Onboarding Specialist, and now Accounting Business Partner. She blends a strong grasp of people and numbers to deliver efficient, tailored support to Certus clients.

Julie Acomb
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Julie Acomb

 With over a decade of experience in business development, operations, and client services, Julie brings a well-rounded, strategic approach to supporting client success. Prior to joining Certus, she held leadership roles in HR, marketing, and entrepreneurship, giving her a unique perspective on the challenges business owners face. 

Sheri Ashby
OFFICE MANAGER

SHERI ASHBY

Alina Fenton
BUSINESS PROCESS MANAGER

Alina Fenton

A graduate of Utah Valley University with a degree in Personal Financial Planning and a minor in Business management. With a diverse background and five years of experience as an accounting professional, Alina currently focuses on implementing excellent and efficient internal processes designed with both team member and client success in mind.

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ACCOUNTANT - INCOME TAX

Jonie Schaeffer

A graduate of Utah State University with a degree in Accounting, Jonie brings over 15 years of tax experience to our team.  Known for being a true people person, she enjoys building lasting relationships with clients and helping them navigate complex tax matters with clarity and confidence.  Jonie is committed to delivering personalized, reliable service with a friendly touch.

 

DeAnn Smith
Accounting business partner - sales tax lead

DeAnn Smith

DeAnn holds an Associate Degree in Accounting and a Bachelor’s in Business Management from Utah Valley University. With 30 years of experience supporting a wide range of businesses, she delivers expertise in everything from accounting system setup to resolving complex sales tax matters. DeAnn is dedicated to helping clients achieve clarity and compliance. 

Dallen Taylor
ACCOUNTING BUSINESS PARTNER

Dallen Taylor

A motivated accounting professional, Dallen is dedicated to exceeding client expectations and serving as a trusted resource for businesses as they grow. His commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and client success makes him an invaluable part of our team. Dallen has been serving Certus clients with their Bookkeeping, Payroll, and Sales Tax needs for four years.

Ryan Smith
ACCOUNTANT

Ryan Smith

A graduate of Utah Valley University with a Bachelor’s in Accounting, Ryan specializes in franchise clients across restaurants and retail. Working toward his CPA, he values strong client relationships and is committed to providing accurate financials that support long-term growth and success.

Lynnel Queen
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - Bookkeeping

Lynnel Queen

Lynnel is completing her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting at Western Governors University. She has been a Certus bookkeeper for two years and brings prior bookkeeping and business ownership experience. Lynnel values client relationships and delivers reliable support.

Annie Rawlinson
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - Bookkeeping

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Brittnie Miller
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - Bookkeeping

Brittnie Miller

Josh Tanner
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - Bookkeeping

Joshua Tanner

Trina Timothy
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - PAYROLL

Trina Timothy

Tamia Sheriff
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - PAYROLL

Tamia Sheriff

With a background in customer service and over three years as a payroll processor, Tamia specializes in managing accurate payroll across multiple platforms. Her focus on efficiency and client support ensures smooth, reliable payroll operations for a diverse range of clients.

 

Javier Urbina
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - PAYROLL

JAVIER URBINA

A certified public accountant specializing in financial management and taxes. With over twenty years of experience in accounting, taxes, and auditing across various sectors of the economy, he has developed a broad professional approach that enables
him to understand clients' needs and recommend solutions.

Adrian Alonso
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

ADRIAN ALONSO

Xianny Magoffin
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - PAYROLL

XIANNY MAGOFFIN

Elliana Fogh
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - BOOKEEPING

ELLIANA FOGH

Jomel Torres
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - PAYROLL

JOMEL TORRES

Rachel Oates
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - Bookkeeping

Rachel Oates

Experienced bookkeeper with 7+ years supporting franchisees, 1099 contractors, and small businesses. Holds a Professional Bookkeeping degree from a California community college and is committed to ongoing learning. Outside work, she enjoys being a wife and mom, spending time with family, reading, baking, and staying active.

Landon Spencer
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - BOOKEEPING

LANDON SPENCER

Holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting and a minor in Business Management from Utah Valley University. Landon supports financial operations through detailed bookkeeping as an Accounting Specialist. Landon brings strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST - BOOKEEPING

NATHAN DARLING

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