Today’s competition for non-profit donations leads donors and governmental agencies to expect responsible and effective use of dollars and gifts donated to organizations. Unfortunately, tax preparation, audits and compliance with OMB Circular A-133 can be completely overwhelming to all but the most qualified professionals.

As a leading provider of accounting, tax and audit services for not-for-profit organizations, Colorado Springs based Stockman Kast Ryan + Co. has experts with experience in a variety of not-for-profit categories. Our clients include organizations involved with healthcare, social services, child services, senior services, sports, environmental services, foundations, arts, animal services and governmental entities, with revenues ranging from less than $1 million to over $400 million.

To better understand and meet the needs of our clients and to keep them informed on the latest regulations, our partners and staff receive up-to-date individual and group training through the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants and as an independent member of DFK International/USA. DFK/USA has locations in over 30 major markets throughout the United States and representation in 70 countries. Our affiliation with DFK provides our clients with resources throughout the world and provides us with a means to share technical expertise and to assist clients with obtaining services on a national and international level.

Not-for-Profit services include:

• Tax preparation
• Audits and reviews of Financial Statements
• Compliance audits with OMB Circular A-133
• Cash flow projections and other consulting services
• UBIT (Unrelated Business Income Tax) consulting
• Internal control reviews
• Bookeeping
  

Meet Steve Hochstetter, CPA, CVA
Experience: Steve has over 23 years of experience as a Certified Public Accountant, with significant experience serving small and emerging businesses, not-for-profit organizations, colleges, universities and mortgage bankers.

Education: B.S.B.A., University of South Dakota.

Professional and Civic Activities: Steve is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants and an accredited Certified Valuation Analyst since 2000. He is a member and past treasurer of the Pikes Peak Urban League and past president of the Colorado Springs Kiwanis Foundation.

"We realize the challenges non-profits face and look forward to being your independent certified public accountants." – Steve Hochstetter

Meet Jeff Talus, CPA
Experience: Jeff has over 22 years experience as a Certified Public Accountant, primarily focusing on closely held businesses, not-for-profit organizations, estate planning and auto dealerships.

Education: B.S., University of Minnesota; M.S., University of Denver.

Professional and Civic Activities: He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants and the Estate Planning Council of Colorado Springs. His background includes serving on numerous boards of directors of non-profit organizations in the Pikes Peak region, including the Children’s Museum of Colorado Springs and the Cheyenne Mountain Chapter of Trout Unlimited. Jeff is also a member of the Pikes Peak Sertoma.