Denise Kean
Owner
Denise has worked in the accounting industry for over 27 years. She has over 25 years’ experience in construction accounting which includes job cost accounting, preparing union fringe and target reports. She has owned her own bookkeeping business since 2021. In 2022, she decided to add tax preparation to her knowledge base. She is currently an Annual Season Filer for the IRS and is studying to get her Enrolled Agent status that would allow her to represent her clients before the Internal Revenue Service.
When she is not working, Denise enjoys spending time with her husband, 2 sons and grandson. She especially enjoys trips to the lake, crafting with friends, puzzles, and traveling whenever possible.
Riley Kean
Bookkeeper
Riley is currently in college, finishing his degree in Accounting at UCM. He has always enjoyed working with numbers and learning how businesses operate behind the scenes. His goal is to become a CPA and help individuals and organizations make smart financial decisions.
This past summer, he completed an internship with another accounting firm and also worked at our office several days a week. While in school, he will continue working at our office on his free days. Riley is excited to bring accuracy, integrity, and dedication to both our team and the field of accounting.
When he’s not working or studying, Riley enjoys spending time with his longtime girlfriend, who also attends UCM. He also enjoys cooking, fishing, gaming with friends, and spending time at the lake with family and friends.
Phyllis Gillespie
Receptionist
Phyllis retired from The Kansas City Star after 44 years of dedicated service. During her time there, she worked in the circulation department, taking on a variety of tasks—most of which were related to accounting and billing. After retiring from the newspaper, she spent three years as a government contractor before fully retiring at age 65.
Phyllis has always been someone her supervisors could rely on for problem-solving and working directly with customers to resolve issues. She enjoys interacting with people and handling administrative tasks, making her an ideal receptionist. Her extensive experience also proves valuable in supporting other office tasks and organizational needs.
In her free time, Phyllis enjoys spending time with her husband of 51 years, going to lunch with friends, tending to her flowers, and enjoying time with her family.