RP&S People

Joseph E. Richardson, CPA Managing Shareholder

	Joe specializes in real estate investments as well as small business and individual taxation. Clients take comfort in the fact that he has been in the business for over 25 years. They draw on his experience to gain sound advice on personal and professional financial matters. Married with two children, Joe is very active in the community. He and his family members attend Southeast Christian Church where he serves as a Deacon. He also serves on the Boards of U.S. Cavalry, Inc., Lindsey Wilson College, and Christian Academy of Louisville.

William A. Talley, CPA Shareholder

	Bill is the technical reviewer for the audit division of Richardson, Pennington & Skinner, PSC. He has earned a reputation of excellence in the audit areas of municipalities and not-for-profit organizations. Bill also works diligently to serve individuals and companies in income tax planning and preparation. His community involvement includes seats on the boards of Meredith Dunn Learning Center of Louisville and the House of Rose.

Jon D. Chesser, CPA Shareholder

	Jon is in charge of the corporate and partnership tax division at Richardson, Pennington & Skinner, PSC. He provides services to clients in many different industries, including auto and truck dealerships, farming, and rental real estate. Jon also assists many individuals with tax planning issues and preparation. He takes great pride in the services he and his associates provide and develops a close working relationship with his clients. Married with two children, Jon is very active in youth sports activities in the community. An avid sportsman, Jon enjoys hunting and playing golf.

Bob E. Wientjes, CPA, Shareholder

	Bob started with Richardson, Pennington & Skinner, PSC in 1986, graduating from Western Kentucky University. He is the technical reviewer of all individual tax returns which requires him to stay current on any tax law changes. His analytical skills have enabled him to become the firm’s director of audit and financial reporting of HUD properties. Bob’s time away from work is spent primarily in the harness racing industry where he is involved as an owner and caretaker of standardbreds. He is a member of many racing organizations including the United States Trotting Association. This involvement has lead Bob to become very proficient in the taxation of the horse racing industry.

Ruth A. Payne, CPA, Shareholder

	Ruth obtained her accounting degree from the University of Louisville in 1982. She has been employed with Richardson, Pennington & Skinner, PSC since 1984. Ruth is the director of the firm’s estate and trust tax section, with duties ranging from training personnel to reviewing tax returns for compliance with statutory tax codes (Federal and State) and Internal Revenue Service Regulations. Over the years, Ruth has developed an expertise in assisting professional service entities and high income tax payers. Clients rely on Ruth’s advice and trust her judgement.

Karen Y. Basham, CPA Shareholder

	Karen graduated with honors from the University of Louisville and joined the firm in 1994. Prior to her employment at Richardson, Pennington & Skinner, PSC, she worked thirteen years in the Breckinridge County School System and feels very much at home in the governmental arena. She has extensive experience in the areas of governmental and non-profit auditing. Karen strives to keep in contact with her audit clients throughout the year. Karen’s responsibilities at the firm include audit staffing and monitoring continuing education. During tax season Karen Focuses her attention on the preparation of individual, non-profit and corporate tax returns. Married with two grown sons she enjoys traveling and reading.

Accountants

Derek Asseff

Jennifer Burris

Gretchen Hutchins

John Gricius

Larry J. Gumbel

Matthew J. Huelsman

Rhonda H. Fenwick

Office Administration

Lisa Wettle

Joyce Klein