Team
Our Team
Comprised of business leaders with decades of experience both locally and abroad, Hawaii Accounting is unmatched with the attention, value, reliability and piece of mind we offer our clientele. At HiAccounting, everyone has an accounting background—from our accountants to our CEO.
Interested in joining the team? Learn more on our Careers page.
Leadership
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Matt Delaney, CPA - President & CEO - HiGroup
Chief Executive Officer, Matthew S. Delaney, has been a catalyst for positive change in both community and business across Hawaii for much of the past two decades. Most recently, Mr. Delaney has leveraged his experience gained locally and abroad to help revolutionize the state’s outsourcing landscape. Under his progressive, flexible,...
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Evans Pierce - Chief Financial Officer
Hometown: Richmond, Virginia
Education: University of Virginia, B.A. in Economics and History
Experience: Prior to joining HiAccounting in 2017, Evans had over four years of experience as the Director of Business Operations and Office Manager at a restaurant group in Washington DC. She has experience in restaurants, professional services, retail, manufacturing, constructions, not-for-profits, charter schools...
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Janet Williams-Reyes, CPA/PFS
Janet Williams-Reyes started her accounting career with the international public accounting firm of Arthur Andersen. She moved to Los Angeles in 1984 where she started and headed up the financial analysis department for Sebastian International. From 1987-1995, Janet entered the restaurant industry as Chief Operating Officer of City West Restaurant...
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Yvette Zolman - Chief Operating Officer
Hometown: Elko, Nevada
Education: University of Phoenix, B.A. Business Administration
Experience: Yvette moved to Honolulu in 2016 from Nashville, Tennessee. As Chief of Staff, Yvette directs the administrative and operational activities for all companies of The Hawaii Group. She works closely with the CEO and executive leadership to establish and implement consistent...
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Sheri Miyashiro, CPA - Director of Tax Services
Hometown: North Shore, Hawaii
Education: San Francisco State, Master’s in Accountancy
Experience: Prior to joining HiAccounting, Sheri worked for Grant Thornton, the 5th largest international accounting firm in the world. Sheri has over a decade of tax experience working with individual and business clients in various industries including food and beverage, retail,...
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Vel Taniguchi - HR Manager
Hometown: Kaneohe, Hawaii
Education: Payroll Specialist
Experience: Vel joined The Hawaii Group in 2015 and has grown into our HR Manager specializing in payroll processing, employee benefits, time and attendance, human resource management. She is able to identify the payroll processing needs of small and medium sized businesses and helps them implement an...
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Team Members
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Stanley Uratsuka - Accounting Manager
Hometown: Honolulu, Hawaii
Education: University of Hawaii – Manoa, B.A. in Accounting and Computer Programming
Experience: Stanley has over 30 plus years of accounting, as well as personal and corporate tax experience by working in industries such as: retail, health and fitness, research, not-for profits and travel. Stan specializes in client service...
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Justine Arnold, CPA - Accounting Manager
Hometown: Lille, France
Education: Western Colorado University, B.A. in Accounting & B.A. in Business Administration
Experience: After earning her bachelor’s degrees in Accounting & Business Administration, Justine worked for the largest public accounting firm in Western Colorado as a Tax Accountant. During this time, she obtained her CPA license and worked with...
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David O’Brien, CPA - Tax Manager
Hometown: Port Huron, Michigan
Education: Strayer University, B.S. in Accounting & MBA in Finance
Experience: Prior to joining HiAccounting, David owned a tax and accounting practice for 12 years while living in the mainland. David has been in the accounting profession for more than 30 years and started his career in the...
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Kathy Au, CPA - Senior Accountant
Hometown: Manoa, Hawaii
Education: University of Hawaii—Manoa, Masters in Accounting
Experience: Kathy brings 32 years of public accounting to the HiAccounting team. She works with clients on income tax planning and preparation for individuals, self-employed, and small businesses. She is involved with the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements, bookkeeping services,...
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Mahina Quinn - Senior Accountant
Hometown: Mililani, Hawaii
Education: Colorado Mesa University, B.S. in Accounting
Experience: Mahina started her accounting career at HiAccounting in 2018 and has established experience in restaurants, not-for-profits, charter school and professional services. Prior to joining HiAccounting, she had experience in customer service, sales, and office administration. Mahina has passed the Intacct Accounting...
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Shayna Noble, EA - Senior Tax Accountant
Hometown: Waipahu, Hawaii
Education: UH-West Oahu, Bachelors in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting
Experience: Prior to joining HiAccounting, Shayna worked at a local CPA firm for almost twelve years. Shayna has recently earned her Enrolled Agent's license and has tax experience working with clients in various industries including food service, general...
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Ria Barqueros, CPA - Senior Tax Accountant
Hometown: Knoxville, TN
Education: University of Tennessee, Master's in Accountancy
Experience: Ria worked for FORVIS LLP, the 8th largest public accounting firm in the US. for 2 years. She also Worked with individual and business clients in various industries including auto dealerships, commercial products, construction, healthcare, private equity, and real estate.
Fun Fact:...
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Brianna Delaney - Senior Accountant
Hometown: Miami Beach, Florida
Education: Florida State University, B.A. in Accounting
Experience: Brianna started her accounting career with HiAccounting in 2020. She has worked in many industries including but not limited to hospitality and tourism, not-for-profit organizations, insurance and healthcare.
Primary objectives: Brianna will be responsible for monthly and annual bookkeeping services, account reconciliations, budget...
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Jumari Teodosio - Tax Accountant II
Hometown: Pearl City, Hawaii
Education: University of Hawaii - West Oahu, BA in Accounting
Experience: Prior to joining the HiAccounting team, Jumari’s first experience in tax was through the VITA program at Leeward Community College. Through VITA, Jumari was given the opportunity as a volunteer tax preparer to complete hands-on work, such...
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Sheila Fredes - Tax Accountant
Hometown: Long Island, New York
Education: Chaminade University of Honolulu - B.S. in Accounting & Minor in Computer Informational Systems
Experience: Sheila moved to Oahu in 2016 to earn her Bachelor’s in Accounting. During this time, she completed a finance internship at a non-profit, an accounting internship at an insurance company as...
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Bailey Razo - Staff Accountant
Hometown: Holyoke, Colorado
Education: Kansas State University, BA in Accounting (Aug. 2022)
Experience: Bailey is joined our accounting team as an Intern, supporting the staff with processing Accounts Payable, monthly reconciliations, recording bank transactions, among other client servicing needs. She has since been promoted to Staff Accountant.
Bailey is currently in her Senior...
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Takashi Imoto - Staff Accountant
Hometown: Osaka, Japan/ Makiki, Hawaii
Education: Doshisha University (Kyoto, Japan) Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Sports Science. California State University(East Bay) Passed all four USCPA exams
Experience: Takashi started his accounting career at HiAccounting in 2022.Prior to joining HiAccounting, he was working in the sports industry in Japan.Takashi was interacting...
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Billie Jo O'Brien - Bookkeeper
Hometown: Warsaw, Virginia
Education: Associates Degree, Rappahannock Community College
Experience: Billie Jo has accounting experience in the industries of specialty retail, education, media/newsprint, and transportation. Most recently, she was involved in the family accounting firm where she was responsible for payroll processing, bookkeeping, and assisting with income tax preparation. Transitioning to her...
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Tes Morta - Business Support Supervisor
Hometown: Ewa Beach, HI
Education: Associates Degree in Accounting, Heald Business College
Experience: Tes will be supporting our tax and accounting teams with various financial functions. With experience in the financial services industry, Tes will be working with much of our HiAccounting team. Tes is also a former member of the Filipino Chambers of...
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Maya Mapeso - Brand & Marketing Specialist
Hometown: Burson, CA
Education: UI/UX Design; Georgia Tech
Experience: Before joining The Hawaii Group Maya worked as UI/UX designer creating brand identities as well as marketing strategies for start-up companies. Her primary objectives are to coordinate and assist management with marketing and sales through brand consistency, digital marketing, and networking.
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Jacalyn Macauda - Office Ambassador
Hometown: Trumbull, CT
Education: University of Connecticut, B.S. in Nutritional Science
Experience: Previously an event coordinator for a rooftop venue located in Waikiki, Jacalyn has experience in restaurant, guest relations, and market research industries. Jacalyn helps manage the office and operations within Hawaii Accounting.
Fun Fact: Jacalyn loves dogs and has a border...
Get In Touch
HiAccounting would be pleased to get in touch to discuss your accounting needs.
Locations
Maui Office
24 N Church StreetWailuku, HI 96793
Phone 808.356.4357
Oahu Office
700 Bishop St. Suite 600Honolulu, Hi 96813
Phone 808.529.9990
Office Hours
Monday - Friday8:00am - 5:00pm
Closed on Holidays
