About Us

Sarada is a highly qualified accounting expert with strong GAAP and GAAS knowledge, QuickBooks expertise, and magna cum laude degrees in both Entrepreneurship and Accounting. She gained several years of experience working in a public accounting firm before taking a position as a Senior Accountant at a private healthcare ministry. Her experience also includes accounting and auditing functions in healthcare, government, and a broad range of non-profit and for-profit organizations.

Jonathan has almost two decades of experience, primarily in client support, IT and financial operations at financial institutions and other businesses with intense security needs. His responsibilities in these roles included batch processing, auditing, system navigation, system administration, training, and tech support. Jonathan received numerous awards for outstanding performance and exceeding clients’ expectations. At BooksTime, Jonathan handles payroll administration, accounts payable management, and account access setup.

George Mastaby is an accountant with over 30 years of experience in senior finance and accounting leadership roles at companies of all sizes. Before joining BooksTime, George served as Corporate Controller/Senior Vice President at Suffolk Construction, the largest general contractor in New England. He has also served as Regional Controller for Skanska USA, overseeing revenue growth from $140 million to $365 million. George has worked in accounting roles at nonprofits, a utility company, and a family office. He holds an MBA and a B.S. in Accounting from Northeastern University. He is a certified public accountant in Massachusetts and has completed the Certified Financial Planner program at Boston University.

John is a CPA with over 25 years of experience in senior accounting/finance roles, including a proven track record as a CFO for multiple businesses.

After getting his degree in accounting, John started his career as an Audit Manager at EY. He went on to direct the accounting and finance functions at Leica, a $1 billion manufacturer of cameras, optical equipment, and related technology. John’s other roles include 9 years as CFO for the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation, 3 years as CFO for a large consulting firm, and 5 years as CFO for the American Veterinary Medical Association

John has significant experience with nonprofits, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of all sizes, including small e-commerce startups that sell via Shopify and Amazon. He is proficient in a variety of accounting software.

Alicia brings 10+ years of accounting experience to BooksTime, holds her CPA license and has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with specializations in both Accounting and Real Estate & Urban Analysis. Before coming to BooksTime, Alicia was a Tax Manager at a public accounting firm, followed by serving as the Vice President of Accounting at a real estate development and property management company. Alicia is also an avid traveler, always planning out her next adventure!

Jocelyn Painatt is a Senior Accountant at BooksTime. She is based in the Dallas area, and is a knowledgeable CPA with a master’s degree in Financial Management, a diploma in US Taxation and Advanced Accounting, and a bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Jocelyn has over a decade of experience serving in Controller roles for startups and small businesses, and also held an accounting leadership role at a major national nonprofit. Jocelyn has a high level of expertise in Excel and QuickBooks, as well as other accounting-related software.

At BooksTime, Marisela manages key data management processes for customers. Before coming to BooksTime, Marisela gained nearly a decade of experience working with Occupational Therapy businesses, where she developed a reputation for accuracy and high-quality customer service. In addition to her work at BooksTime, Marisela currently volunteers part-time, helping organizations implement better processes and organize document storage. She is fluent in both English and Spanish. Our Story: Founders and Experts | BooksTime https://www.bookstime.com

Cathi Green earned her bachelor’s degree in business administration with a major in accounting from the University of Alabama. Her experience includes serving as a Multi-Plant Controller for International Paper Corporation, the world’s largest paper and packaging manufacturer. She also spent time as an Internal Auditor on the team responsible for developing the company’s internal control framework during Sarbanes-Oxley implementation. For many years, she has provided services for small businesses as an independent consultant, including accounting, bookkeeping, and financial analysis. Cathi speaks Spanish and enjoys traveling with her family, volunteering, and gardening in her spare time.

Janice supports critical processes such as statement collection and account access setup. She has many years of experience in client service, including working for a multimillion-dollar health company, where she helped onboard new clients and provide them a great customer experience. She is fluent in both English and Spanish and loves to volunteer when she is not at work.

Carson’s goal is to help keep BooksTime’s IT systems running securely and efficiently. Carson is a tech-savvy Utahn with a degree in Cybersecurity, as well as Network Pro and PC Pro certifications with various other certifications in progress, including CompTIA Security+ and Linux+. Carson is familiar with PowerShell, Swift, C+ and C#, and has experience in technical support and automation projects. He earned a Secret-level government security clearance and is fluent in Spanish. Like many BooksTimers, Carson likes to volunteer: he’s a regular at the Cache Humane Society shelter.

Based in Texas, Zubair holds both his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Accounting from the University of Texas at Arlington. He has worked with small and mid-sized businesses in various industries, including but not limited to manufacturing, wholesale distribution, construction, and non-profit organizations. He was formerly an auditor at a public accounting firm before transitioning into a controller role in the healthcare field, along with an additional real estate entity.

Tamara is responsible for helping to accelerate growth of the company. She has two management Masters degrees, one from the Zelikow School of Nonprofit Management and another in Hospitality and Tourism Management from the University of Central Florida. Prior to BooksTime, she worked in the nonprofit world. During her time there, she has worn many hats, and brings experience in management, budgeting, fundraising, strategy creation and implementation, hiring, and employee training to BooksTime. Tamara is a huge lover of travel, pickleball, and hanging out with Chai, her Australian Shephard.

Kiran Patel, a Senior Accountant, will oversee the initial setup process and supervise your engagement on a long-term basis. Kiran has double majors in Finance, Accounting, and Information Systems. She has over 20 years of experience in public accounting and the private sector. Before joining BooksTime, she worked with real estate investment firms, private equity firms, and venture capital firms in the private sector. Kiran is based in Texas. Her phone number is (857) 226-3661. Fun facts: Kiran loves trying different sports. Currently, she is into taekwondo, canoeing/kayaking, cycling, and running. She also enjoys being part of Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts.

Sheri is a Senior Accountant based in Virginia. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting from Penn State University and is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of Maryland. Sheri began her career as an auditor in a public accounting firm and has extensive experience working with small companies. Sheri started her career in public accounting at KPMG, one of the “Big Four” elite accounting firms, where she worked with both for-profit and non-profit organizations. She has also worked in roles managing financial functions for a busy law firm and a design firm, her areas of specialty. She is certified by Intuit as a QuickBooks ProAdvisor. A huge sports fan, you can usually find her on weekends rooting for Penn State, the Baltimore Orioles, or at her children’s various sporting events.

Kayhla joins the BooksTime team as a Senior Accountant. Kayhla earned a Bachelor degree in Business Administration with a focus in Accounting from the University of Wyoming. Moreover, she is certified as a QuickBooks Online professional. Kayhla has experience working with small and mid-sized businesses in diverse industries, including construction, oil and gas services, government, law offices, and non-profits. Throughout Kayhla’s career, she has undertaken pivotal roles such as Controller and Accounting Manager, showcasing a proficiency in financial management and strategic decision-making. In her free time, Kayhla spends her time planting, taking care of beautiful flower beds, and coaching athletics at the local high school.

John Dawkins is a CSA (Client Service Associate) located in Puerto Rico.  He speaks fluent English and Spanish. Prior to BooksTime, John was working in customer service and sales handling inquiries and complaints quickly coming to resolutions to keep customers happy. John’s main focus will be supporting our client service team and handling access setup issues. In his free time, John enjoys exercising and spending time in nature.

Shari Braccia is a Senior Accountant at BooksTime, based in both Connecticut and Florida (depending on the season). Previously, Shari served as the Assistant Controller for a healthcare consulting firm, managing the day-to-day operations of the organization. Her skill set includes proficiency in Excel, Projector, and QuickBooks Online. Fun fact: Shari enjoys participating in community theater musicals.

Isabella is a Senior Accountant based in Wisconsin. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, with an emphasis in finance. Isabella has an extensive background in real estate accounting and property management, as well as knowledge of trust and investment accounting. She is also certified by Intuit as a QuickBooks ProAdvisor. Isabella is fluent in American Sign Language, is an avid Chicago Cubs baseball fan, and enjoys spending her free time with her family and fur baby, Jordy.

Melissa Kroeker is the Director of Canadian Operations & Global Client Relations at BooksTime. She is based in Manitoba and brings a wealth of multi-faceted, international experience that will help create added value for your business. Melissa has over 20 years’ experience in accounting. She has worked in manufacturing, retail and non-profit organizations throughout her career. Melissa has earned a bachelor’s degree in economics, a bachelors degree in management and marketing, and an MBA with a focus in accounting. Melissa has a passion for helping others develop and hone their business skills and continues to teach Accounting, Business Analysis and General Business courses at the college level in Canada in her spare time. She loves spending time outdoors, cross-country skiing, biking, sailing and spending time in nature, taking photos of the beautiful scenery and wildlife that is abundant in Canada.