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812-447-3352
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Jonathan is an accounting professional working in both corporate and public accounting. He is a licensed CPA and graduated from Taylor University with a bachelor’s in accounting and finance. As a student at Taylor University, Jonathan played baseball all four years and served as a University Chapel Music leader.

After college, Jonathan joined PwC as an auditor, working with both public and private clients, specializing in manufacturing. Most recently, he led a team that conducted procedures over a newly acquired company within a Fortune 200 international parent company.  Jonathan is a quick learner and demonstrates integrity and good judgment while navigating complex areas and resolving difficult challenges. His can-do personality makes him the perfect team player for any new client.

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773-255-7547
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Rachael is a seasoned accounting and finance professional and a Certified Public Accountant with more than two decades of experience. She graduated from Saint Mary’s College with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Before joining Christy Paddock Advisors, Rachael spent several years in public accounting and went on to hold finance and accounting leadership roles within two consumer products companies. She brings extensive experience in manufacturing, process improvement, forecasting, and variance analysis. Rachael is known for providing clear, reliable financial insight to organizations navigating growth, transition, and operational change.

Her collaborative style and steady, solutions‑focused mindset make her a trusted partner for clients seeking clarity, structure, and confidence in their financial operations.

Outside of work, Rachael enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends, traveling, and exploring small local restaurants throughout the Indianapolis area.

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317-753-1609
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Joel is a seasoned financial executive with more than 25 years of experience leading finance and operational functions across private equity, hospitality, and construction-related businesses. He is a licensed CPA and holds a CGMA (Chartered Global Management Accountant) designation. He brings a practical, results-oriented approach to helping organizations improve performance, strengthen infrastructure, and scale effectively.

Most recently, Joel served as Executive Vice President of Corporate Finance for Jack Laurie Group, where he oversaw accounting, financial reporting, IT, HR, and warehouse operations for a $70+ million organization. He partnered with executive leadership to drive financial strategy, lead budgeting and forecasting, and support key growth initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions.

Joel’s expertise includes financial strategy, cash flow management, KPI development, and process improvement. He is known for translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insights and working closely with leadership teams to build scalable processes that support long-term growth.

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765-532-6585
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Candice Hall is a seasoned finance leader with more than 20 years of experience spanning Fortune 500 corporations, high growth startups, and founder led businesses. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting with a minor in Finance from Purdue University. She later completed her MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, with concentrations in Finance and Strategic Management.

Candice has built a reputation as a strategic business partner who brings clarity and confidence to financial decision making. Her work has included turning around profitability, scaling finance and revenue operations, designing KPI frameworks that drive accountability and insight, and developing emerging leaders within her teams. She combines deep technical expertise with a collaborative, forward thinking approach that helps organizations translate numbers into strategy and growth.

Outside of work, Candice enjoys spending time with her husband, three daughters, and friends. She’s an avid crocheter and active community volunteer.

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317-513-9941
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Tom Michalak is an Indianapolis-based certified public accountant with 20 years of experience helping organizations strengthen their financial operations, improve decision-making, and deliver measurable results. He brings deep expertise in financial close and general ledger management, budgeting and forecasting, data modeling, decision support, and strategic resource planning—across both accrual- and cash-basis accounting. 

Most recently, Tom served as Controller for a large regional construction materials company, leading budgeting, accounting, reporting, and day-to-day financial operations. He has also held senior public-sector leadership roles in State and City government, where he drove systems and process improvements, built and administered budgets, and elevated the quality of financial reporting. 

Tom is an honors graduate of Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business and was named the Central Indiana Association of Government Accountants’ 2019 State Accountant of the Year. He is motivated by helping teams bring clarity to complex challenges and building financial processes people can trust. 

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317-294-1299
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Luke Otley is a certified public accountant with extensive experience in accounting, financial reporting, and tax compliance. He received his bachelor’s degree in finance from Purdue University, and he specializes in month-end closing processes, cost accounting, among other helpful skills. Luke has proven to work well with auditors and managing teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

He has prepared business and personal tax returns, reviewed financials to provide tax estimates, and contributed to the implementation of new accounting software systems. Luke’s background also includes experience in auditing, financial analysis, and advising clients on tax strategies.

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317-617-9929
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Daniel is an experienced accounting professional working in both corporate and public accounting. He graduated from the Kelley School of Business at IU Indy with a bachelors in accounting and finance. Along the way, he spent 2 years attending Taylor University where he played football, and he now enjoys coaching high school football on the side. He is currently working to obtain his CPA license.

After college, Daniel joined KSM as an auditor. At KSM, he worked with a wide variety of privately held companies of various sizes in many different industries. This helped him gain a specialized skillset in the technology, construction, real estate and not-for-profit industries. He has led audits and prepared financial statements for clients in each of these industries. Daniel is a hard worker and strategic thinker that loves a challenge and always brings a positive attitude.

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772-626-4759
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Bri is a licensed CPA with over ten years of accounting experience. She graduated magna cum laude from Barton College where she obtained bachelor’s degrees in Accounting, Business Management and Mathematics. While at Barton, Bri played four years of basketball and served as the team’s captain.

After college, Bri spent her career building a robust skillset working in various fields such as not-for-profit accounting and finance, Fortune 500 company cost accounting, governmental accounting and auditing, tax accounting, and small business financial leadership. Bri prides herself in being a Swiss army knife of sorts who employs the principles of servant leadership. Her warm personality and penchant for creating and maximizing efficiencies make her a great addition to the team for any new client.

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765-212-9224
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Hailey is an accounting professional with a background in public accounting. She graduated from Ball State University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and a minor in marketing. While in school, she gained early professional experience working part-time at a small marketing company, which strengthened her understanding of business operations and marketing strategy.

After graduation, Hailey began her career at Crowe, initially working with a diverse client base that provided her with exposure to multiple industries and the opportunity to develop technical skills. Over time, she focused on audits for clients in the construction and manufacturing industries, taking on responsibilities such as leading audits and preparing financial statements. Hailey is known for her problem-solving abilities, positive attitude, and collaborative approach, bringing both professionalism and creativity to every engagement.

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314-596-1620
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Andrew is a Butler University graduate with a bachelors in both accounting and finance. He has nearly three years of public accounting experience with a primary focus in the real estate and not-for-profit industries. His background has helped him develop strong financial statement skills which pair well with his problem solving abilities.

Andrew is an eager learner looking to continue to expand his skill set in a dynamic professional environment. He thrives in collaborative settings and enjoys contributing to team success while taking initiative on individual responsibilities. Outside of work, Andrew enjoys spending time outdoors and being active through golf and pickleball.