Holly Linder, CPA
HLinder@linderklauer.com
602.548.7000
An “Empty Nester” but still young enough to enjoy it. Holly gets the “I can’t believe you have an adult daughter” line all the time. She lives with her husband in Phoenix. Holly’s interests include volunteering with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix, attending rock concerts, spending time with her Golden Retriever and Doodle, and attending her husband’s auto races. Holly’s favorite quote, “Work hard, be patient, and be a sponge while learning your business. Learn how to take criticism. Follow your gut instincts and don’t compromise,” Simon Cowell.
Experience
Holly’s career began over 20 years ago in Phoenix, Arizona, at Arthur Andersen LLC. Holly specialized in audits of publicly-traded corporations. Holly continued her audit work at PricewaterhouseCoopers as an audit manager. Moving from public accounting into corporate accounting, Holly has held top accounting positions at PF Chang’s China Bistro, EFunds Corporation, Allied Waste Services of Phoenix and the position of Controller of Eddie V’s Restaurants, Inc.
Education / Affiliations
Holly received a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the WP Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. She is currently a member of the Arizona State Alumni Association. Holly is a Certified Public Accountant, licensed through the Arizona State Board of Accountancy. Holly is a member of the Arizona Society of Certified Public Accountants ASCPA.
Maria Klauer, CPA
MKlauer@linderklauer.com
602.548.7000
Manager of career, children, and real property—simultaneously. Don’t try this at home. Maria’s a professional juggler. She does receive help from her husband, with whom she shares her life. “If it’s Wednesday, This Must Be . . . his day to pick up the kids.” Maria’s greatest joy in life is spending time with her three beautiful daughters. They are very active, enjoying soccer, piano, gymnastics and art. Maria’s favorite quote, “Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life,” Confucius.
Experience
Maria’s career began over 20 years ago in Phoenix, Arizona, at Arthur Andersen LLC. Maria specialized in audits of real estate, hospitality and construction companies. Maria left public accounting to pursue a management position with Corinthian Colleges in California. Upon returning to her home in Phoenix, Arizona she became the Chief Financial Officer of BBP Companies, at the time the largest concrete contractor in Arizona.
Education / Affiliations
Maria received a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the WP Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. Maria is a Certified Public Accountant, licensed through the Arizona State Board of Accountancy. Maria is a member of the Arizona Society of Certified Public Accountants (ASCPA).
Christy Kiser, CPA
CKiser@linderklauer.com
602.548.7000
Christy is a local AZ native who grew up with a family full of accountants which include her mother, grandfather, and uncles. Christy loves spending time with her family, going to concerts, traveling, and spoiling her Golden Retriever puppy named Whiskey. Christy’s favorite quote is “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” Walt Disney
Experience
Christy’s Career began in 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona, at a regional CPA firm. Christy specialized in taxation related to individuals and small businesses. Christy continued her work at Deloitte where she gained more experience working with individuals, estates, trusts, and businesses.
Education / Affiliations
Christy received a Bachelor of Science degree from the Colangelo College of Business at Grand Canyon University. Christy also received a Master of Science in Accounting from Grand Canyon University. Christy is a Certified Public Accountant, licensed through the Arizona State Board of Accountancy. Christy is a Member of the Arizona Society of Certified Public Accountants (ASCPA).