Biography

Keith has practiced public accounting since 2007 and provides assurance services to clients in the local government and utility industries. He has significant experience in advanced accounting topics including capital project cost accounting, pension accounting, and regulatory deferral accounting. He also has a strong track record of evaluating internal controls and providing insightful recommendations to help his clients improve, grow, and thrive.

Keith is a regular presenter for the Oregon Government Finance Officers Association, Oregon Society of Certified Public Accountants, American Public Power Association, Western Energy Institute, and Northwest Public Power Association on subjects including internal controls, fraud, and budgeting.

Selected Speaking Engagements

  • Fraud: The Wolf of Public Power
    (American Public Power Association, Business & Financial Conference, September 2021)
  • The True Costs of Grants
    (American Public Power Association, Business & Financial Conference, September 2021)

Professional Affiliations

  • Board Treasurer, Oregon Repertory Singers
  • Member, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Member, Oregon Society of Certified Public Accountants

Education

  • BS, accounting, Oregon State University (summa cum laude)

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