About

Providing Big Firm Services With Small Firm Fees

At Holt & Patterson, we provide the same services as larger firms, but we are able to keep our costs low, which means savings for our clients. We will work with you to establish reasonable rates that match your financial capability and keep your business on track.

In addition to preparing tax returns, Holt & Patterson provides high-quality business advisory services. Smart business owners need financial guidance that combines the basics of accounting with the analysis of business data. Holt & Patterson advisors think outside of the box to solve your business’s tax and planning needs. We serve our clients as a trusted ally and ensure they have an independent, objective place to discuss their business concerns.

Our personal relationships with our clients are a testament to our commitment to making the process easier for you. Let us show you how we can meet your needs all year long.

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At Holt & Patterson, Our People Make All The Difference

At Holt & Patterson we are more than a group of accountants and advisors, we are trusted professionals who help business owners across the St. Louis region navigate the often nebulous world of business accounting. We have long-term relationships with many of our clients in part because we take a personal interest in our client’s lives, businesses, and families. Our services aren’t simply transactional, but rather a concerted effort focused on your long-term success.

Meet The Team

Angel Williams-Deimeke
Accounting Technician

angelwilliams@holtpatterson.com

Aren Cummings, CPA
Tax Specialist

arencummings@holtpatterson.com

Audrey Thies
Assistant Director of Tax Services

audreythies@holtpatterson.com

Becky Kissel, CPA
Director of Tax Services

beckykissel@holtpatterson.com

Brad Bekebrede, CPA
Assistant Director of Audits & Reviews

bradbekebrede@holtpatterson.com

Chris McKinney, CPA
Audit & Assurance Services

chrismckinney@holtpatterson.com

Denise Lucas
Payroll & Human Resources Manager

deniselucas@holtpatterson.com

Gwen Kesel
Payroll Specialist

gwenkesel@holtpatterson.com

Jennifer Clifton
Director of Accounting Services & Quality Control

jenniferclifton@holtpatterson.com

Jodi Harfmann
Assistant Office Manager

jodiharfmann@holtpatterson.com

Josh Lohmann, CPA
Director of Audits & Reviews

joshlohmann@holtpatterson.com

Julie Fauss, CPA
Chief Operations Officer

juliefauss@holtpatterson.com

Lauren Wallace
Assistant Manager of Payroll

laurenwallace@holtpatterson.com

Liezl Kurtz
Coordinator of Marketing & Communications

liezlkurtz@holtpatterson.com

Lisa Hopton
Tax Preparer

lisahopton@holtpatterson.com

Melissa Hutcherson
Office Manager

melissahutcherson@holtpatterson.com

Michael Coen, CPA
Staff Accountant

mikecoen@holtpatterson.com

Michael Patterson, CPA
Chief Executive Officer

mikepatterson@holtpatterson.com

Molly Smart, MBA
Administrative Assistant

mollysmart@holtpatterson.com

Penny Buchmueller, CPA
Senior Tax Specialist

pennybuchmueller@holtpatterson.com

Sue Merry
Accounting Technician

suemerry@holtpatterson.com

Thomas Moore
Senior Auditor

thomasmoore@holtpatterson.com

Seth Malinee, CPA
Staff Accountant

sethmalinee@holtpatterson.com

William Meiners
Staff Accountant

willmeiners@holtpatterson.com

Payroll

Gwen Kesel, Lauren Wallace, and Denise Lucas

Tax Services

Audrey Thies, Mike Coen, Molly Smart, Lisa Hopton, Aren Cummings, Penny Buchmueller, Becky Kissel, Will Meiners, and Julie Fauss

Accounting Services

Aren Cummings, Audrey Thies, Mike Coen, Julie Fauss, Angel Williams-Deimeke, and Seth Malinee

Audits & Reviews

Chris McKinney, Thomas Moore, Josh Lohmann, and Brad Bekebrede

Administrative Team

Liezl Kurtz, Jodi Harfmann, and Molly Smart