Steve Rivers, CPA
Managing Partner
Steve Rivers, CPA
Managing Partner
Steve leads Rivers & Moorehead and has two decades of experience serving clients of and developing people. Founding Rivers & Moorehead in 2004, Steve set out to provide businesses with a highly-skilled professional services firm designed to be the perfect extension to any accounting department. Through his experience within numerous Fortune 1000 companies, Steve has developed the highly technical accounting knowledge and business sense necessary to solve some of today’s most complex compliance challenges. He is an experienced leader who believes in clear communication, accountability, and execution.
Professional Experience
- Interim Vice President of Corporate Accounting at Avnet, Inc.
- Controller at ON Semiconductor
- Member of the Assurance Services Staff at KPMG and Arthur Andersen
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting from Indiana University Bloomington
Brian Jones
Partner
Brian Jones
Partner
Brian leads the Business Valuation Services practice. Brian has over 25 years of experience performing complex valuation engagements for various public and private entities including many Fortune 500 companies. Brian specializes in valuing complex securities, intangible assets, and equity securities for purposes including tax planning, financial reporting, dispute resolution, and internal planning.
Professional Experience
- Partner and Financial Reporting Practice Leader at Kotzin Valuation Partners
- Vice President, Corporate Value Consulting at Duff & Phelps
- Valuation at PwC
Education
- Master of Science, Capital Markets & Financial Engineering from Illinois Institute of Technology
- Bachelor of Science, Economics from Oregon State University
Tammy Rivers, CPA, CFE
Partner
Tammy Rivers, CPA
Partner
Tammy leads the firm’s SOX consulting portion of our SEC Compliance practice and brings decades of experience in public accounting and industry. She diligently assists clients of all sizes through the complexities of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements and consults on fraud prevention and internal control implementation and design.
Professional Experience
- Internal Audit World Manager at On Semiconductor
- Finance Special Projects Manager at On Semiconductor
- Member of the Assurance Staff at PwC and KPMG
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
- Certified Fraud Examiner
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting from Loyola University
Kevin Marcelo, CPA
Partner
Kevin Marcelo, CPA
Partner
With over 15 years of experience in public accounting and as a consultant to some of Phoenix’s largest companies, Kevin primarily works within the firm’s SEC Compliance, Pre-Audit and Financial Reporting and Accounting Projects, Controllership Services & Staff Augmentation practice areas. Kevin specializes in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting as well as complex research and analysis within these areas.
Professional Experience
- Consultant to ON Semiconductor, Amkor Technology, The Joint and various private clients
- Senior Manager at Deloitte
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Economics and Accounting from University of California Los Angeles
Shawn Moore
Partner
Shawn Moore
Partner
Shawn’s deep industry experience provides clients with a unique prospective into their accounting functions. Shawn works within the firm’s Pre-Audit and Financial Reporting and Accounting Projects, Controllership Services & Staff Augmentation practices. He provides outsourced controller consulting services that include general ledger setup and maintenance, consolidations, accounting department best practices, accounting software implementation and efficiency maximization, monthly financial reporting and audit preparation for both public and private clients.
Professional Experience
- Consultant to Bio2 Medical and Drake Cement
- CFO Pinnacle Transportation
- Accounting Manager at Knight Transportation
- Controller at Roadwest Transportation
- Regional Accountant at Fleetwood RV, Inc.
Education
- Master of Business Administration, University of Phoenix
- Bachelor of Science, Business/Economics with a specialization in Accounting, Eastern Oregon University
Alex Manuel, CPA
Partner
Alex Manuel, CPA
Partner
With over 12 years of experience in public accounting and consulting, Alex works within the firm’s Pre-Audit and Financial Reporting, Controllership Services, IPO Readiness, and Technical Accounting practice areas. Alex has worked in a wide variety of industries throughout his career, bringing U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting experience as well as research and analysis within these areas.
Professional Experience
- Manager at Ernst and Young
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
- Member of the Board of Directors and Treasurer of an Arizona based Not-for-Profit
- Consulting Controller at TPI Composites, Inc.
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting from University of Arizona
Eric Wolf
Partner
Eric Wolf
Partner
Eric Wolf specializes in the valuation of complex securities including derivative financial instruments, contingent assets, and contingent liabilities. Clients include public companies, private equity firms, hedge funds, and various closely-held entities.
Professional Experience
- Manager at Kotzin Valuation Partners (now JS Held)
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Arizona State University
Austin P. Kupper, CPA
Senior Manager
Austin P. Kupper, CPA
Senior Manager
With over sixteen years of experience in public accounting and consulting, Austin specializes in U.S. GAAP and SEC financial reporting, audit preparation, as well as complex technical research and analysis.
Professional Experience
- Supervisor at RSM US LLP
- Member of assurance staff at PWC LLP
- Member of assurance staff at Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Bachelor of Science – Accountancy, Arizona State University, Phoenix, Arizona
Cory Strengholt, CPA
Senior Manager
Cory Strengholt, CPA
Senior Manager
With over 10 years of experience in public accounting and as a consultant to some of Phoenix’s largest companies, Cory works within the firm’s Pre-Audit and Financial Reporting, Accounting Projects, and Staff Augmentation practice areas. His background with Big Four public accounting, and now as a consultant, has allowed him to gain experience in a wide variety of industries as well as companies of all sizes. Cory is skilled in U.S. GAAP, IFRS, SEC reporting, audit preparation and related technical accounting research and analysis in these areas.
Professional Experience
- Manager at Ernst and Young
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Master of Accountancy, from Arizona State University
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting from Calvin College
Amy Odgers, CPA
Senior Manager
Amy Odgers, CPA
Senior Manager
Amy has over ten years of experience, including seven years in the assurance practice of a Big Four public accounting firm. She works within the firm’s SEC Compliance and Audit Preparation practice areas, and is proficient in U.S. GAAP, SEC filings, technical accounting research and analysis, IPO and SPAC readiness, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit preparation.
Professional Experience
- Manager at Ernst and Young
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Master of Accounting, The University of Arizona
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting & Business Economics, The University of Arizona
Sean Coles, CPA
Senior Manager
Sean Coles, CPA
Senior Manager
With over 12 years of experience in public accounting and consulting, Sean works within the firm’s Pre-Audit and Financial Reporting and Accounting Projects practice areas. Sean has worked in a wide variety of industries through his public accounting and consulting career, bringing U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting experience as well as research and analysis within these areas.
Professional Experience
- Manager at PwC
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting from University of Arizona
Charlene Lawson, CPA
Senior Manager
Charlene Lawson, CPA
Senior Manager
With 15 years of experience in accounting, including public accounting, SEC reporting, technical accounting, SOX 404 and ERP implementations, Charlene primarily works within the firm’s SEC Compliance, Pre-Audit and Financial Reporting and Accounting Projects, Controllership Services & Staff Augmentation practice areas. Charlene specializes in U.S. GAAP, SOX 404 and SEC reporting as well as complex research and analysis within these areas.
Professional Experience
- Public Accounting – Ernst & Young
- SEC and Technical Accounting Manager
- SOX 404 Senior Manager
- ERP Implementation Consultant
- Consulting Director of SEC Reporting
- Consulting Assistant Controller
- Consulting Director of Internal Audit
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
- Certified Public Accountant in California
Education
- Master of Science in Accountancy, University of Notre Dame
- Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, Arizona State University
Alexandra Manuel, CPA
Senior Manager
Alexandra Manuel, CPA
Senior Manager
With 12 years of experience in public accounting and industry, Alex primarily works within the firm’s Controllership & Staff Augmentation Services, Pre-Audit and Financial Reporting Preparation, and Accounting Project practice areas. Alex is well versed in closing processes, internal controls, financial reporting and audit preparation.
Professional Experience
- Assistant Controller at Edgio
- Senior at Ernst and Young
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Master of Science, Accounting, University of Arizona
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting, University of Arizona
Lori Meinhardt
Manager
Lori Meinhardt
Manager
With over 15 years of experience in accounting, including public accounting, SEC reporting, and SOX 404, Lori primarily works within the firm’s SEC Compliance, Pre-Audit and Financial Reporting, Controllership Services & Staff Augmentation practice areas and is proficient in U.S. GAAP, SEC filings, financial reporting, internal controls, audit preparation, as well as complex research and analysis within these areas.
Professional Experience
- Consultant to The Joint, Nanoflex, and Stem Cell Institute
- Manager at Protiviti
- Member of the Assurance Staff at Arthur Andersen
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting from University of Arizona
Amro Hussien, CPA
Manager
Amro Hussien, CPA
Manager
Amro has over seven years of public accounting experience. Amro works within the firm's accounting advisory and financial reporting practice areas. Amro specializes in financial reporting for public and private companies as well as complex accounting transaction research. Amro is a certified public accountant in Arizona.
Professional Experience
- Senior at Henry & Horne
- Senior at Wallace, Plese & Dreher
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting, University of Texas - El Paso
- Master of Business Administration - Accounting, University of Texas - El Paso
Matt Samsky, CPA
Manager
Matthew Samsky, CPA
Manager
Matthew has over eight years of public accounting experience. Matthew works within the firm's Accounting Advisory and Financial Reporting practice areas. Matthew specializes in financial reporting for public and private companies as well as complex accounting transaction research. Matthew is a certified public accountant in Arizona.
Professional Experience
- Audit Senior at BDO USA, LLP in Phoenix
- Financial Reporting Supervisor at Harvest Health & Recreation, Inc.
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Master of Accounting, Arizona State University
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting, Arizona State University
Leslie Beachler
Manager
Leslie Beachler
Manager
With over six years of experience in accounting, including Big Four public accounting and financial reporting, Leslie is proficient in U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and technical accounting research and analysis.
Professional Experience
- Senior, Financial Reporting at DriveTime
- Member of the Assurance Staff at Ernst and Young
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting from University of Arizona
Adriana Smith, CPA
Manager
Adriana Smith, CPA
Manager
With 7 years of experience in accounting, including public accounting and SEC reporting, Adriana primarily works within the firm’s Outsourced Accounting Services and Financial Reporting and Accounting Projects practice areas.
Professional Experience
- Public Accounting at Ernst and Young
- Senior, Financial Reporting Analyst, CIM Group
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
- Member of the Board of Directors and Treasurer of an Arizona based Not-for-Profit
Education
- Master of Business Administration, Northern Arizona University
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting, Northern Arizona University
Jeff Gibson, CPA
Manager
Jeffrey Gibson, CPA
Manager
With five years of experience in Big Four public accounting, Jeff served private company clients in the Alternative Investments and Technology space. He works primarily within the firm’s Outsourced Accounting Services practice area, and is proficient in U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, audit preparation, and technical accounting research.
Professional Experience
- Manager at KPMG
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration and Political Science from University of California, Irvine
Kalyn Blazak, CPA
Consultant
Kalyn Blazak, CPA
Consultant
Kalyn has over twelve years of experience in public accounting, industry, and consulting including with Deloitte and Starwoord Hotels. Kalyn works within the firm's accounting advisory and financial reporting practice areas and specializes in financial reporting for public and private companies. Kalyn is a certified public accountant in Arizona.
Professional Experience
- Senior Accountant at Starwood Hotels (NYSE:HOT)
- Senior at Deloitte
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Master of Accounting, New Mexico State University
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting, New Mexico State University
Dale Heitlauf, CPA
Consultant
Dale Heitlauf, CPA
Consultant
Dale is a manager in our Accounting Consulting practice area. Dale has an extensive background as a CFO/Controller and consultant. His diverse background allows him to quickly assess clients’ needs and become productive on client engagements. He is well-versed in financial accounting and reporting, internal controls, audit preparation and SOX testing.
Professional Experience
- CFO of World Wide Stone
- CFO of HMX, LLC
- Controller for several enterprises
- Member of the assurance staff at Moss Adams
Education
- Bachelor of Arts – Business Administration/Accounting, University of Washington
- Certified Public Accountant
Gina Piergallini, CPA
Consultant
Gina Piergallini, CPA
Consultant
With over 11 years of experience in public accounting, Gina served both public and private company clients, in a wide variety of industries. She works within the firm’s SEC Compliance, Pre-Audit Preparation and Outsourced Accounting Services practice areas, and is proficient in U.S. GAAP, SEC filings, financial reporting, internal controls, audit preparation, and technical accounting research.
Professional Experience
- Director at BDO
- Certified Public Accountant in Arizona
Education
- Master of Accounting, Arizona State University
- Bachelor of Science, Accounting, The University of Arizona
When hiring a consultant, you need the experience of a subject matter expert, the efficiency of proprietary tools, and the confidence that the job will be done right the first time. We can help you achieve company goals with proper planning and successful execution. Our consultants are dedicated Rivers & Moorehead team members ready to join your organization from the first steps to the last.
Over the last two decades, we have assembled a skilled team with expertise in a wide range of functional areas such as CFO leadership, controllership, technical accounting, SEC reporting, capital formation, and valuation in large as well as small company dynamics. We have then built mechanisms to share knowledge and train our team on unique solutions to common problems faced by our clients.
By signing on with Rivers & Moorehead, you join an elite group of dynamic companies ranging from private startups to Fortune 500 clients. Our clients have entrusted us to be either team members or team leaders for their financial universe, with many of our clients having been with us for more than a decade. Our team is dedicated to building relationships with our clients to ensure that each and every time you need us, we are there for you with the right solution to your needs.