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About

Dear clients and visitors,

Allow me to thank the individuals, organizations, and companies, we are fortunate to serve as clients.  I also welcome those of you who are here to learn more about our Firm. Holyfield & Thomas, LLC is proud of our 40+ year history of providing accounting, tax, and advisory services to the South Florida community.  Since its inception in 1982, the Firm has combined industry principles, guidelines, best practices, and customized insight to provide individuals and organizations with the highest quality product and service available.

It is my belief that our Firm’s greatest strength and most valued assets rest with its people. In this regard, the experience and expertise of our management team coupled with the enthusiasm and diligence of our younger professionals provides a healthy and dynamic environment for both employees and clients.

To those new or prospective clients, we are excited to learn more about your needs and objectives, and customize an approach that guarantees another beneficial relationship. I encourage you to explore our background and inquire about the services we hope to provide for years to come.

Please enjoy our website. We look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards,

David J. Thomas, CPA

Managing Partner

Holyfield & Thomas, LLC

 

 

Holyfield & Thomas, LLC

Holyfield & Thomas, LLC

  • 125 Butler Street
  • West Palm Beach, FL 33407
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Management

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Managing Director
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David J. Thomas, III, CPA, CGMA

Managing Director
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David J. Thomas, III, CPA

David J. Thomas, III, CPA, CGMA

Managing Director

David J. Thomas, III is the Firm's Managing Director. David has an extensive background in business and finance. Prior to joining the Firm, David worked for a major commercial bank and other business enterprises in the finance and management areas. David is responsible for the daily operations of Holyfield & Thomas, LLC, in addition to being the lead partner on many of the Firm's important tax and accounting engagements. David graduated from the University of Florida, and received his Master in Taxation from Florida Atlantic University. He is very active in civic and non-profit organizations, and serves on the board of several such organizations throughout the community. David and his family reside in Palm Beach Gardens.

James R. Holyfield, CPA †, (1940-2007)

James R. Holyfield

James R. Holyfield, CPA †

(1940-2007)

Jim Holyfield (1940-2007) was the firm’s founder and the Director of Audit Services. Jim spent twenty years with the international firm of Coopers & Lybrand (now PricewaterhouseCoopers), including ten years as an audit partner. He had an extensive background in the areas of not for profit organizations, real estate, health care, broadcasting and publishing. Jim was very active in the community through his involvement in organizations such as United Way and Goodwill Industries. Jim also served in a number of high-ranking positions in genealogical and ancestral organizations, and most recently served as the Assistant General of the Society of Mayflower Descendants, State Governor of the Society of Colonial Wars, and past president of the Sons of the American Revolution.

Tax Partner
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Scott Y. Haynes, CPA

Tax Partner
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Scott Y. Haynes, CPA

Scott Y. Haynes, CPA

Tax Partner

Scott Y. Haynes is a Partner in the Firm's Tax Department with over 30 years of public accounting experience. He has a broad range of knowledge in the federal taxation, multi-state taxation and international tax arenas. Scott provides tax, compliance and consulting services for closely-held businesses, pass-through entities and high net-worth individuals. In addition, he has extensive experience with trusts and not for profit organizations. Scott is actively involved in the community as a part of the Palm Beach Tax Institute and Planned Giving Council of Palm Beach. He is a member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Georgia State Society of Certified Public Accountants and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.  He is an alumni/graduate of The Dale Carnegie Institute and a Leadership Georgia Graduate. Scott was an active member of Kiwanis for over 20 years.

Tax Manager
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Julie A. Petillo, CPA

Tax Manager
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Julie A. Petillo, CPA

Julie A. Petillo, CPA

Tax Manager

Clients look to Julie Petillo, a dedicated CPA, to provide timely and practical answers to their estate, trust, and charitable questions. She received her B.S. in Accounting from Florida Atlantic University, J.D. from Loyola University in New Orleans, and holds the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) designation. She constantly strives to expand her knowledge and expertise, and thereby serve her clients better, by participation in the Florida Association for Women Lawyers, Palm Beach Tax Institute, and East Coast Estate Planning Council professional organizations. To further support the local charitable community, she currently serves as Treasurer of the Planned Giving Council of Palm Beach County. Outside of public accounting, one of her most rewarding volunteer opportunities has been to participate on a monthly basis with other members of the Florida Association for Women Lawyers to bring a program known as "Breakfast and Books" to the young women at PACE Center for Girls. Julie is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Audit Partner
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Javier Rodriguez, CPA, CGMA

Audit Partner
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Javier Rodriguez, CPA

Javier Rodriguez, CPA, CGMA

Audit Partner

Javier Rodriguez is the firm's Audit Partner at Holyfield & Thomas, LLC. Javier graduated Magna Cum Laude from University of Puerto Rico earning a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a major in Accounting. He had several years experience with other CPA firms before joining our firm in 2002. He has extensive experience in auditing and has strong computer skills, which have resulted in our offering new services to clients, and increasing the efficiency of audit production.

Audit Manager
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Carlos R. Ysaguirre

Audit Manager
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Carlos R. Ysaguirre

Audit Manager

Carlos Ysaguirre joined Holyfield & Thomas, LLC in December of 2019 as an Audit Manager.  Carlos is originally from Belize and moved to Florida in 2004. He attended both The University College of Belize and McGill University in Canada. He graduated with a degree in both Accounting and Finance.  Carlos is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales.  He enjoys spending time with his family and friends and also enjoys watching movies and visiting with relatives in his spare time.

Audit Manager
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Paul M. Bertoni

Audit Manager
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Paul M. Bertoni

Paul M. Bertoni

Audit Manager

Paul Bertoni joined the firm in 2008 and is currently a manager in the audit department. With his comprehensive audit experience, Paul is a resource to the clients he serves by meeting the unique needs and challenges of the firm’s cornerstone industries, including not-for-profit, employee benefit plan, country club, small business, and religious organizations. Paul is a team leader for the training and professional development of the staff and senior auditors at Holyfield & Thomas, LLC.  As a member of the firm’s industry knowledge team, Paul has presented to the not-for-profit community on industry relevant topics including FASB’s Accounting Standards Update (ASU) 2016-14, Presentation of Financial Statements of Not-for-Profit Entities, Audit Preparation, and Not-for-Profit Accounting Updates. A native of Canada, Paul graduated from Lake Superior State University with a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting and Finance. Prior to joining Holyfield & Thomas, LLC, Paul gained valuable audit and assurance experience while working for a national public accounting firm in Ontario. While working for the national firm, Paul was recognized on three separate occasions for outstanding audit work.

Professional Staff

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Audit Professional
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Jeffrey Albaladejo

Audit Professional
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Jeffrey A. Albaladejo

Jeffrey A. Albaladejo

Audit Professional

Jeffrey joined Holyfield & Thomas in July of 2023 as an Audit Professional. He graduated from the University del Turabo in Puerto Rico with a Bachelor degree in Accounting. After graduation, Jeffrey worked in the gaming and sports betting industry in Puerto Rico until he moved to West Palm Beach, Florida. He is fluent in Spanish and enjoys traveling, video games and spending time with his family.

Tax Professional
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Madison M. Freeman

Tax Professional
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Madison M. Freeman

Madison M. Freeman

Tax Professional

Madison Freeman joined the firm as a Tax Professional in February 2022. She is a graduate of Indian River State College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Business Administration. She obtained her Master’s Degree in Professional Accounting from Florida Atlantic University. Prior to joining Holyfield & Thomas, Madison was Assistant Accounting Manager for a feed and supply company. In her spare time, she enjoys attending her church, live music and playing with her dog Lilli.

Audit Supervisor
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Rosi Gonzalez Larrieux, CPA

Audit Supervisor
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Rosi G. Larrieux, CPA

Rosi G. Larrieux, CPA

Audit Supervisor

Rosi joined the Holyfield & Thomas, LLC 2013. She has over 20 years of experience in public and private accounting, including 3 years as a Forensic Accountant for a local CPA firm, and 11 years as an accountant for not-for-profit and private organizations. Due to her broad work experience, Rosi has in-depth understanding of the accounting and financial needs of both not-for-profit and private organizations. She earned a Master’s degree in Accounting from Florida Atlantic University. Rosi is licensed in the State of Florida and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA). Rosi is fluent in Spanish and served as a member of the FICPA’s Accounting Principles and Accounting Standards Committee from 2015 to 2018.

Audit Senior
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Aline Gratton

Audit Senior
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Aline Gratton

Aline Gratton

Audit Senior

Aline Gratton joined Holyfield & Thomas, LLC in 2012 as a staff accountant in the audit department. Aline graduated Summa Cum Laude from Strayer University in 2012, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. In June 2017, Aline obtained a Master’s Degree in Business with a concentration in Accounting from Strayer University, where she was the recipient of the Golden Key Academic Award. Prior to joining Holyfield & Thomas, LLC, Aline was an Adjunct Professor of Mathematics at Palm Beach State College. Aline is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA). Aline also volunteers with several Special Needs non-profits including Special Olympics. Aline enjoys cooking and the outdoors, and she resides with her family in the West Palm Beach area.

Audit Professional
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Melissa M. Griffin

Audit Professional
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Melissa M. Griffin

Audit Professional

Melissa joined Holyfield & Thomas, LLC as an audit professional in October of 2021. She’s a graduate of Florida State University with a bachelor’s degree in both Accounting and Finance. After graduation, she returned to Palm Beach County where she worked in the accounting department of a Florida and Texas utility contractor. Subsequently, she became a staff auditor for a local public accounting firm where she performed audits for contractors, not-for profit and for-profit entities.  Prior to joining Holyfield & Thomas, Melissa was part of the corporate accounting team of a national automotive group. In her spare time, she enjoys the ocean, music, food, and fun of Florida.

Audit Supervisor
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Teri L. Hackwith, CPA, CGMA

Audit Supervisor
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Teri L. Hackwith, CPA

Teri L. Hackwith, CPA, CGMA

Audit Supervisor

Teri Hackwith joined the Firm in July 2003 and currently serves as one of the Firm's Audit Supervisors. Teri has over 20 years of experience in accounting and has been in public accounting both in Washington State and Florida. She has experience in a number of different industries, including retail, not-for-profit, service businesses, country clubs and employee benefit plans. Teri graduated Cum Laude from Washington State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with emphasis in Accounting. She is responsible for the auditing and accounting matters of several important client relationships. Teri is licensed in the State of Florida and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA). Teri and her son reside in Palm Beach Gardens.

Tax Supervisor
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Belinda E. Huegerich, CPA

Tax Supervisor
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Belinda E. Huegerich, CPA

Tax Supervisor

Belinda joined the tax department at Holyfield & Thomas, LLC in November 2020. She is a graduate of Plymouth State College in New Hampshire where she received her Bachelor's Degree in Accounting. She has had the pleasure of working with a variety of different clients and industries during her career. Her background includes tax planning, compliance and consulting with closely held businesses and high net worth individuals. Belinda holds active CPA licenses in Georgia and Florida and is a current member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), as well as the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA).

Tax Professional
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Justin M. Knowles

Tax Professional
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Justin Knowles

Justin M. Knowles

Tax Professional

Justin Knowles joined Holyfield & Thomas in January 2017. Prior to joining the Firm, Justin was an associate at a local law firm where he assisted clients with tax planning and preparation needs, as well as IRS litigation and non-litigation issues.  Justin graduated Cum Laude from Kaplan University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting and is a graduate of the Keller Graduate School of Management, where he earned Master of Science Degrees in Accounting and Financial Management.  He is a certified QuickBooks user and is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). Justin and his family reside in Lake Worth.

Tax Professional
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Mayra A. Nunez

Tax Professional
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Mayra A. Nunez

Tax Professional

Mayra Nunez joined the firm as an Tax Professional in March 2022. She is a graduate of George Mason University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and is currently pursuing her CPA license. Prior to joining Holyfield & Thomas, Mayra worked for an international aerospace company and a local CPA firm. In her spare time, she volunteers at her church and enjoys weekend trips out of state.

Tax Professional
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Gisella K. Pankow, CPA

Tax Professional
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Gisella K. Pankow

Gisella K. Pankow, CPA

Tax Professional

Gisella Pankow joined the firm as a Tax Professional in March 2022. She is a native of Ecuador and a graduate of Boston College with a Master’s Degree in Administrative Studies. She also holds a Master of Accounting and Financial Management from Devry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management. Gisella is fluent in German and Spanish. Prior to joining Holyfield & Thomas, Gisella worked for various local CPA firms as a tax staff accountant. She enjoys jogging, reading, and spending time with her family.

Tax Supervisor
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Kelli J. Przybyla

Tax Supervisor
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Kelli Przybyla

Kelli J. Przybyla

Tax Supervisor

Kelli Przybyla joined Holyfield & Thomas, LLC in 2013 as a Senior Accountant with over 10 years of experience. She has provided tax services for individuals, small businesses, international companies, trusts and estates, and non-profit organizations. Kelli received her Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from Florida Atlantic University.

Tax Professional
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Svetlana Schmidt

Tax Professional
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Svetlana Schmidt

Tax Professional

Svetlana joined Holyfield & Thomas, LLC in 2019 with over five years of experience in financial statement analysis, accounts receivable and payable, tax return preparation and payroll processing. She is a native of Russia where she graduated from the Russian State University of Trade and Economics, with a Master's Degree in International Trade Management. She is also a graduate of Palm Beach State College with an Associate Degree in Accounting.  Svetlana enjoys cooking, needlework and spending time with her family.

Audit Professional
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Jasmine Thomas-Brooks, CPA, CGMA

Audit Professional
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Jasmine Thomas-Brooks

Jasmine Thomas-Brooks, CPA, CGMA

Audit Professional

Jasmine joined Holyfield & Thomas in September of 2021, bringing with her over 20 years of experience providing audit, assurance and tax services to non-profit organizations, common interest realty associations and small businesses, both in Florida and the U.S. Virgin Islands. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting with honors, and an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration from The University of the Virgin Islands. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA), and is licensed in the states of Florida and Maryland. Jasmine is originally from St. Kitts and resided in St. Thomas, USVI before moving to Florida in 1998. She enjoys watching sunrises on the beach and taking long walks with family and friends. Jasmine is actively involved in her community with volunteer work through her church group.

Audit Professional
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Mo Thornton

Audit Professional
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Mo A. Thornton

Audit Professional

Mo joined Holyfield & Thomas in 2018 as an audit professional after working 30 years with Palm Beach County municipalities. Her experience includes managing the budget and finances for two local communities.  She also has worked with non-profit organizations in the West Palm Beach Area.  Mo has a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Florida Atlantic University.  She enjoys reading and gardening, and she resides in Wellington with her family.

Administration

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Controller
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Sara A. Beasley

Controller
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Sara A. Beasley

Controller

Sara Beasley joined the firm as its Controller in November 2021. She is a graduate of Mt. Vernon College at George Washington University, and Palm Beach Atlantic University, where she obtained her MBA in International Business. Sara has over 20 years of experience in accounting and, prior to joining Holyfield & Thomas, she worked with local, state-wide and global businesses as their Corporate Controller.

Office Manager
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Andrea J. Lazarus

Office Manager
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Andrea J. Lazarus

Andrea J. Lazarus

Office Manager

Tax Secretary
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Cynthia L. Bowdoin

Tax Secretary
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Cynthia L. Bowdoin

Tax Secretary

Assistant Tax Secretary
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Orlanda S. Lee

Assistant Tax Secretary
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    Terri M. Rivera

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    Terri M. Rivera

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