About Us

Our Client Commitment

Since 1982, ATKG has specialized in tax, accounting, advisory, assurance and litigation support services for a select client base of closely held businesses and large family groups. We are a hands-on firm that has built our business around the entire client experience, not just the result. We leverage a team of intelligent and creative professionals who collaborate to support both your unique financial and life goals. To ensure the perfect partnership, ATKG seeks out engaged clients. We find that clients who are proactive and communicate frequently are the same ones who receive the most rewarding experiences and outcomes. Our roster is full of invested clients. Therefore, we limit the amount we have at any given time to allow for the development and growth of trusted relationships.

Our Team

Strong, meaningful relationships with our clients is key to our firm’s success. But so is developing our team and each individual team member. At ATKG we look for creative and intelligent talent. If that’s you, then bring the ambition, and we’ll provide the resources, along with a fun, progressive work environment. Our boutique size and handpicked client base gives our rock star people control over their professional lives, which, in turn gives them much more control over their personal ones as well.

Strengths Focused Culture

ATKG uses the Gallup CliftonStrengths® assessment, which measures the presence of talent, as the foundation for its people development program. By focusing on our talents as individuals, each team member has a personalized approach to their professional development and is encouraged to invest their time in areas where they can use their natural talent. Our team has invested significant time to learn our individual and team talents and to take action to build our talents into strengths.

Focusing on our strengths has permeated our ATKG culture. When college recruits come to visit our office, they are met with a team that has natural relationship building talents. When we have new projects, we identify individuals who would enjoy working on those sorts of projects based on their talents. When we need some fresh ideas, we look to our teammates that are natural ideas and strategic thinkers. When we need to get a lot of work done in a short amount of time, we turn to our teammates with high execution talents.

ATKG appreciates that each one of us has specific areas of talent and contributes to the firm in a unique way.

“ATKG” is the brand name under which ATKG LLP and ATKG Advisors LLC provide professional services.   ATKG LLP and ATKG Advisors LLC practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations and professional standards. ATKG LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and ATKG Advisors LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business consulting services to their clients. ATKG Advisors LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms. The entities falling under the ATKG brand are independently owned and are not liable for the services provided by any other entity providing services under the ATKG brand. Our use of the terms “our firm” and “we” and “us” and terms of similar import, denote the alternative practice structure conducted by ATKG LLP and ATKG Advisors  LLC.

Our Mission

Enhancing Prosperity

our Vision

Rock star people. Rock star clients. Rock star experience.

our values

POSITIVITY

We see opportunities not problems. We know applying a positive attitude will take us a long way in achieving our goals. If we look for the good in every situation and person, that is what you will see!

TEAM

We are one team committed to enhancing the prosperity of our clients, community, firm and our fellow ATKG’ers. The value of our team is greater than the sum of the individuals. We make each other better. We are humble, hungry, and smart.

OPEN

We foster trust, respect and understanding through candid, thoughtful and direct communication. Because we are committed to mutual success, we are receptive to new ideas, constructive feedback and change.

INSIGHTFUL

ATKG looks beyond what’s required. When faced with the ordinary, we look for the extraordinary. Because we proactively ask questions and listen, we find unexpected opportunities for our clients and our team.

CARING

We take an active interest in our clients and our team. We celebrate successes and approach challenges as if they were our own.

Elevating our people
When we succeed, our clients reap the rewards. We invest in our people to help them reach their full potential. You’ll receive plenty of training, coaching and mentoring to not only serve your clients’ needs, but also to help you meet your personal goals.

testimonials

‘‘My father and I have used ATKG since the days of its founder James Ahern, and they have always provided excellent and accurate advice.’’

A Client

‘‘I can't name just one reason about Eric and Hayley! Their proactivity, creativity, collaborative spirit, and communication are all absolutely incredible.’’

A Client

‘‘I call them my ATKG team!’’

A Client

‘‘Very personable and knowledgeable. Over the years, I have created great relationships with Teryn Grater, Diane White, and the seniors and managers on my account.’’

Melanie Fluitt

3 Star Daylighting, LP

‘‘We appreciate ATKG's responsiveness, timeliness, and good communications’’

A Client

‘‘Everyone that I have worked with at ATKG is extremely friendly, helpful, and always very responsive!’’

A Client

‘‘I couldn't be happier with the choice to move from EY to ATKG. A.J. Sturm, Diane White, Alisha Bell, and the support staff have been instrumental in helping me with a complicated Estate and Foundation scenario. Not only have they provided me with phenomenal accounting and tax advice, but they have also gone above and beyond to help me plan for today, tomorrow, and far beyond. Thank you, ATKG!!!’’

Amy Burdick

Richard L Burdick Foundation

‘‘We continue to consider ATKG a part of our personal and business planning team. They are a professional firm with an impeccable level of service.’’

A Client

‘‘ATKG is very professional, responsive, and client-oriented. They are committed and make a point to communicate with annual meetings and anytime I have a question.’’

A Client

‘‘Angie Stone and her team provided valuable forensic accounting services and excellent litigation support in some complex family law cases handled by our firm.’’

Alicia K.

Key Law Firm

‘‘Angie Stone and Courtney Mastin are prompt in their response to any inquiry our clients or I may have. Additionally, everyone at ATKG maintains a wonderful level of professionalism.’’

A Client

‘‘Great people, good response time, and helpful’’

A Client

‘‘Excellent customer service. Rapid response to questions!’’

A Client

‘‘Great people and very informative, up-to-date with ever-changing rules and guidelines in this ever-changing government!’’

A Client

‘‘ATKG is invested in my success and is highly responsive to my needs.’’

A Client

‘‘ATKG offers great customer service.’’

A Client

‘‘Prompt service and excellent forecasting. I also feel that I get tremendous support, more than I have received in the past.’’

A Client

‘‘Katie provides great service and is very knowledgeable.’’

A Client

‘‘She is friendly, responsive, and knowledgeable.’’

A Client

‘‘David and the ATKG team are knowledgeable regarding current tax issues, and they are extremely responsive to all questions.’’

A Client

‘‘Been working with ATKG for several years; they are extremely professional, knowledgeable and offer great customer service.’’

A Client

‘‘ATKG provides services up and above any other accounting firm I have ever used. They want to help their clients manage their wealth and offer to help teach their children about wealth and how to manage it.’’

A Client

‘‘Teryn is always quick to respond to questions and on top of the latest accounting rules.’’

A Client

‘‘Amanda and Shannon offer us consistent communication’’

A Client

‘‘A. J. is professional, knowledgeable, and provides friendly assistance.’’

A Client

‘‘Eric and Sarah do an excellent job handling our account and promptly answering questions. They are proactive in planning meetings and looking forward.’’

A Client

‘‘Our ATKG team, which includes Eric, Ruth, Katie, and Shannon is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and supportive of our business. Client service always feels like it is at the forefront of their mind.’’

A Client

‘‘Loyal, excellent service over 35 years with Melanie and her team.’’

A Client

‘‘Our interactions with Diane and the ATKG team are always a model for how a professional services company should interact with its clients. With ATKG, we know that our finances are in good hands.’’

A Client

‘‘Melanie, Teryn, and Sandy have clearly had my and my family's best interests at the forefront. I have had a 19-year relationship that has proved to be very beneficial to my family and me.’’

A Client

‘‘Melanie, Teryn, and Katie offer us confidence.’’

A Client

‘‘Diane and Shannon are a critical resource and partner to our firm. They are knowledgeable, responsive, and dependable on all levels.’’

A Client

‘‘Diane and Shannon provide great service. They are very knowledgeable and are always willing to assist our group with sage advice.’’

A Client

‘‘Great work, timely, and the best part....nice folks!’’

A Client