Andrew Nelson, CPA
Tax Manager
Andrew is the "Jack of all trades" for our firm. He does tax interviews and is responsible for preparing and reviewing Individual, Corporate, Partnership and Fiduciary tax returns. He also does tax planning and tax research for our clients. A special distinction of our firm is preparing court accountings for attorneys as required in some estate litigations, in which Andrew heads up this department. He also handles our Peer Review and overseas accounts that pertain to our financial accounting engagements. Andrew is an avid golfer and when he is not on the golf course, he enjoys spending time with his wife and dog.
Education
B.A. in Business Economics with an emphasis on Accounting, University of California Santa Barbara, 1987
anelsen@aaccettacpa.com
Billy Vu, CPA
Accountant
Prior to joining the firm in January 2007, Billy owned his own tax practice for several years and has worked in both the public and private industry. His specialties include advanced tax planning and resolving tax controversies. He also has developed advanced knowledge in fiduciary (estate and trust) accounting and taxation. Billy maintains client relations with some the major accounts of the Firm. Billy enjoys playing volleyball and spending time with his family.
Education
B.S. in Business Administration with triple concentrations in Accounting, Finance and Marketing, University of Massachusetts, 1997
Master of Business Administration in Accounting, University of Phoenix, 2004
Master of Science in Taxation, Washington School of Law, 2005
bvu@aaccettacpa.com
Evelyn Rothert
Accountant
Before joining the firm, Evelyn worked for professionals in both the legal and accounting fields. She joined us in January 1997, as our Receptionist/Administrative Assistant. In April 1999, she was promoted to a Bookkeeper. By returning to school to take additional accounting classes, working on continuing education, receiving in-house training, and gaining valuable on-the-job experience, Evelyn has achieved the status of “accountant”. She works closely with clients on their monthly compiled financial statements in our office and the client’s physical locations. Evelyn is also the Company’s Certified QuickBooks Advisor for the last five years, and is our payroll and sales tax expert. In her spare time, she likes to crochet blankets for the “Purls to The World” organization, travel, and enjoys working in her garden.
Education
Associate of Arts Degree in Accounting, Cypress College
Certificate in Secretarial-Legal, Cypress College
erothert@aaccettacpa.com
Jessica Lidman
Accountant
Jessica joined the firm in January 2009 as an intern. When she graduated college she was offered a full-time job. While in college, Jessica participated in the accounting society and student center for professional development program. Prior to joining the firm, she worked at Enterprise Rent-A-Car in the accounting department. Outside of the firm, she enjoys spending time at the beach, kayaking and swimming.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, California State University Long Beach, 2009
jlidman@aaccettacpa.com
