Tim was first inspired to go into accounting because he enjoyed the variety of work, and in his 35-year career, he has covered a lot of ground. Starting in 1988 as a generalist doing Audit & Assurance, tax, and other compliance work, he obtained a certified valuation analyst (CVA) designation in 2003 and turned his focus to tax, valuation, and consulting services. Tim served as Managing Shareholder for the firm from 2002-2017.

Known for his persistence, Tim is a problem-solver who values listening first when building relationships with clients. He attributes his professional success to his strong work ethic and being fortunate to work with great people. Tim specializes in assisting business owners with tax planning and preparation, operational planning, valuation, and succession planning across various industries, including retail, manufacturing, construction, service, and agriculture. He has also served on the Board of Directors of First Savings Bank since 2013.

Designations & Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – South Dakota
• Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA)

Memberships

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
• South Dakota CPA Society (SDCPAS)
• National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts (NACVA)

Education

• Northern State University
  • Bachelor of Science