An abacus is an instrument used for calculations - just like our team! A hive is where bees live, of course! When you join Abacus Hive, you are joining The Hive. Collectively, we are a team, a partnership, busily working together to build a better nonprofit ecosystem.
Our team is certified in various Quickbooks Certifications including, but not limited to, Intuit Payroll, Basic / Pro / Premier, Desktop Enterprise Solutions, Premier: Nonprofit Edition, Online Edition & Payroll Products.
To be CPA Certified, our financial professionals have committed to lifelong learning while adhering to a strict Code of Professional Conduct that requires competence, objectivity, integrity, and independence. All our employees are either CPA certified or work directly with a CPA.
We supply our team with opportunities to partake in continuing education in topics such as GAAP changes, advanced reporting, forecasting, and more.
After completing her degree in accounting from the University of Tennessee, Tina worked with a national nonprofit and helped to restructure the financial process to provide better clarity, efficiency, and accuracy between the various national branches. Afterward, Tina worked in the tv production industry as the Senior Production/Corporate Accountant for productions such as Impractical Jokers and Say Yes to the Dress: Atlanta.
Realizing she missed working with the nonprofit industry and the impact it provided, she worked with John Young as the first employee at Abacus Hive to provide the skills and expertise gained from her previous nonprofit experience to help service other nonprofits. Tina is CPA eligible with all four sections completed. She likes to travel and try artistic and creative hobbies in her free time.
Bobby started his career in public accounting with Arthur Andersen and spent 15 years as a director of FP&A for a fortune 500 company. He leverages his experience in the for-profit space to help our clients demystify the financial
budgeting/forecast process. Bobby is active in several nonprofits in the Knoxville area, regularly volunteering at Knoxville Area Rescue Ministry and the Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding.
In his free time, he trains for road races so he can effectively chase his two teenage daughters.
John is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a former auditor of nonprofit organizations with local and 'Big 4' firms, and has previously served as the Director of Finance for a national nonprofit organization. He has also taught our next generation of aspiring accountants as an adjunct accounting professor.
A number cruncher at heart, he is passionate about making accounting less time intensive and as stress-free as possible for nonprofit staff by leveraging technology.
Outside of work, John is committed to supporting our communities by volunteering with local organizations. He enjoys globetrotting to fun new parts of the world, spending time with his family, and binge-watching the Bachelor.
Jerome started as a contractor at P&A Grant Thornton, working as an auditor for several clients in different industries, which helped him develop his comprehension of financial analysis and reporting. Later in his career, he spent two years as an auditor with PwC SDC Manila Limited, providing audit support for Australia, Hong Kong, Singapore, New Zealand, and US engagements. He was also selected as a Pilot member of a new cluster division that dealt with more comprehensive and in-depth audit work for Australian engagements.
He uses all of the knowledge and skills he has acquired to provide quality accounting services and help remove the burden of accounting for Abacus Hive clients. Outside work, Jerome enjoys playing video games, spending time with his family, walking his dog, and going to the gym.
After completing his education with a Bachelor's and a Master's degree from East Tennessee State University, Brannon began his career in public accounting as an auditor and obtained his CPA license. He worked in public accounting for 9 years before he had the opportunity to join Abacus Hive and pursue his passion for working with nonprofits. Brannon has also obtained the Level I and II Nonprofit Accounting Certificates from the AICPA.
Outside of work, he enjoys exploring the world with his wife and family, participating in and watching various sports, listening to good music (classic rock is the best), and taking daily walks with his dog.
Sophie started her career in public accounting with Deloitte and then spent 9 years as a controller for large groups in the industry in France. She moved back to the United States in 2016 and was Branch Manager at an advisory and tax firm in Houston until 2022.
Sophie is a licensed IRS Enrolled Agent since 2019 and can practice in all 50 states to represent clients. She is active in French nonprofit organizations in Austin and Houston.
Kim was born and raised in the Philippines. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Accountancy at Angeles University Foundation in 2015 and earned her CPA license within the same year. She started her career in public accounting and has gained three years of direct experience in assurance engagements with Ernst & Young Philippines. She has extensive experience in end-to-end financial reporting, corporate taxation, and consolidations.
Kim uses her collaborative personality and dedication to service to form strong, personal bonds with all her clients. Kim is currently pursuing her CPA Canada designation.
Iana has more than 5 years of experience with numerous private enterprises - PH-based, AU-based, and CA-based accounting & bookkeeping firms. Iana has gained a wealth of experience in accounting, payroll, finance, and management reporting, and is able to adapt quickly to new environments, clients, and learning experiences. She specializes in cloud accounting and has received numerous certifications in several cloud-based accounting software.
Iana is looking forward to collaborating on projects with clients and teammates that lead to professional growth as well as personal development. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy and is a CPA in the Philippines.
Outside of work, Iana enjoys watching all about EXO (Korean boy band) videos. Iana also loves spending time with her friends and family.
Kristine's bio is coming soon.
Svitlana has extensive accounting experience in managing multiple entities, project accounting, and managing large teams providing bookkeeping and tax support. She is also a Certified Accountant Practitioner (CAP) and is knowledgeable about international reporting standards (IFRS). Prior to joining the firm, her background was in the entertainment industry, with a focus on television/film production, digital media, broadcasting, and advertising. She is always up for a new challenge.
Outside of work, Svitlana enjoys family time, contemplating life, meditation, traveling, skiing, and tennis.
Ryan started his career in public accounting auditing nonprofit entities and has his CPA, MAcc, and CIA (certified internal auditor) certifications. He spent 8 years working various roles for a fortune 500 company and, for several years, served as Treasurer of a local Knoxville nonprofit. Ryan pulls from his varied experiences to implement efficient and effective solutions for our clients.
In his free time, he enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures with his wife.
We always want to add people passionate about working with nonprofits to the team.
If you want to learn more about our work, please email our Human Resources Team below. Together, we can make nonprofits stronger in numbers!
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