The Staff

Leslie J. Wilson, CPA

Leslie has been married to Jim since 1985. She lived in the Kansas City area until 1994 when she moved to Springfield, Missouri. The move has been a positive change for her and her family. She enjoys riding on her motorcycle and being involved with Lady Cruisers of the Ozarks, a local chapter of Women on Wheels. She also loves her dog named Cam, an English Mastiff. Watch out though, she also has her conceal and carry permit because she enjoys shooting her Kimber 9mm. She has two sons, Michael 20, and Christopher 19. Michael recently graduated Devry University College in KC with a Computer Security degree. Michael also plays the piano and guitar and drums and loves art.  Chris, on the other hand, enjoys physical fitness. He is a certified fitness trainer and tries to keep all our employees fit too. Leslie graduated from the University of Kansas with degrees in Accounting and Business Administration. She passed the CPA exam in 1987. Leslie regularly attends CPE classes to stay current with the changing laws and regulations. She also conducts special classes and seminars at local colleges. She counsels many churches and small businesses in QuickBooks and other accounting software programs. Ministers are her specialty. She works with hundreds of ministers and churches across the United States and missionaries around the World. You can see her other websites at www.ncctax.com and www.prosperitypartnersllc.com   Education    Certified Public Accountant License         1994 (Missouri) 1987 (Kansas)    B.S. in Accounting and Business Administration         University of Kansas 1986     A.A. in Accounting         Johnson County Comunity College 1984

Jim Wilson

Jim is the firm administrator. He has several years experience in the finance industry in addition to previously managing and owning other small businesses. He currently manages the behind the scenes activities such as marketing and public relations for the firm. In addition, he manages the ministerial accounting side of the business. He also helps clients with small business startup, tax consulting, debt management and marketing. Jim has a track record of successful business practices and growth results.     He loves riding motorcycles, horses, shooting pistols, bowling, and photography. He also has a pastoral studies degree and plays an active part in our local church.    Recently Jim and Leslie have become certified with the Dave Ramsey Group as Debt Consulting coaches. We truly believe that a person can live within their means and still have financial freedom. that website is www.prosperitypartnersllc.com                BS -  Baptist Bible College         Pastoral Studies        1998 Springfield, Missouri

Kerry Koone, CPA

Kerry came to work with our firm in August 2004 after 3 years with BKD.  He has been a CPA for over 5 years.  Kerry and his wife, Debbie, are blessed with one daughter named Bethany.  Kerry works mainly with our corporations and business clients in tax and payroll.    Education: Certified Public Accountant 2002    Masters of Accountancy         Southwest Missouri State University 2002    B.S. in Accounting         Arkansas State University 1999 Magna Cum Laude

Sara Wilson, CPA

Sara joined our Team in August of 2002 as a tax and accounting intern. She was a student at Southwest Missouri State University and graduated in December 2005 with her masters degree in accounting.   She passed the CPA exam in November of 2006. In January 2006 she was promoted to a senior staff accountant. Sara has grown with our firm and is very proficient in bookkeeping, tax and payroll. She also assists our clients in QuickBooks consulting and training.   She is actively involved with her local church. Joshua, her husband, is a printer technician. Sara enjoys reading and gardening.    Just in case you were wondering, Sara is not related to Leslie or Jim but she fits in well as part of our staff family.    Also, Sara is now expecting a little one in August of 2008 - Congratulations!!!!    Education: Certified Public Accountant 2006  Masters of Accountancy         Missouri State University 2005    B.S. in Accounting         Southwest Missouri State University 2003

Peggy Stoops

Peggy joined our team in January of 2008 as a staff accountant.  She brings many years of accounting experience with her due to her accounting background and owning her own business for several years.   She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and has been a CASA volunteer for 3 years now.   Peggy is originally from Wichita, KS but loves the Ozarks. She also enjoys riding motorcycles when she can.