Type Of Business:
Tax and accounting company
Expertise:
Payroll preparation; Small-business setup; Bookkeeping
Major Product/SVS:
Tax and accounting services
Favorite Business Publication:
Kiplinger Tax Letter; Bottom Line Tax; NSTP Monthly Newsletter
Hobbies/Sports:
Walking when the weather is cool or cold; Reading
Education Degrees:
MBA, Rockhurst University (1983); Bachelor of Business Administration, Southwestern College (1976)
Affiliations Awards:
OSA; NATP; NAEA; National Society of Tax Professionals; National Association of Tax Professionals; National Association of Enrolled Agents; Public Accountants Association of Kansas
Children's Names:
Jeremy, Jenny, Josh
Work History:
Assistant Control, National Carriers Liberal, KS (1987-1988); Controller, Oswalt Livestock Products, Garden City, KS (1986-1987); Division Controller, Butler Livestock Systems, Garden City, KS (1982-1986); Division Accounting Supervisor, Buildings Division of Butler Manufacturing Company, Kansas City, MO (1980-1982); Oswalt Division, Butler Manufacturing Company, Garden City, KS (1978-1980); Clerk I, Holcomb District Office, Northern Natural Gas Company, Holcomb, KS (1976-1978); Bookkeeper, South Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging, Arkansas City, KS (1976-1976)
Career Achievements:
Member of the Month, National Association of Tax Professionals (2007); Member of the Year, Kansas Chapter, National Association of Tax Professionals (2004); Exemplary Electronic Return Originator Award, IRS (1999); Formed Southwest Tax and Accounting
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was receiving the Exemplary ERO Award from the IRS in 1999. This prestigious award is bestowed on only two tax preparers each year from each state. The IRS flew her to Houston, Texas, to present her with this award.
Charity:
President, Board of Directors, Morton County Public Library; Vocational Education Advisory Committee, Elkhart USD 218; Morton County Micro Loan Review Board; Education Registration and Scholarship Committee, Board of Directors, Kansas Chapter, National Association of Tax Professionals; PRA Advisory Committee; Morton County Extension Council; President, Elkhart Board of Appeals; Treasurer, United Methodist Church
Number Of Years In Profession:
37
Number Of Years In Current Position:
25
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to always being available to her clients and working hard. The entire office is very conscientious of its work, and typically works diligently to turn out an excellent product.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after realizing there weren't jobs in her town for people with her education and skill set, so she started her own company. Originally she chose accounting because she loves working with and reconciling numbers and doing estimates.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Ryman does write-up work for approximately 100 different companies and individuals. She also prepares around 650 tax returns each year for individuals, corporations, S-corps, partnerships, and nonprofits. In addition, she prepares numerous workers' compensation and general liability audits each year. The company uses Drake Software for its tax preparation services, and 2012 QuickBooks Premier Software for all of its accounting and payroll services. The company prepares books, payroll tax reports and makes deposits; files W-2s and 1099s annually for all clients; and handles correspondence audits with taxing authorities and representation work with the IRS.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing a staff of four employees and their assignments; Reviewing every set of books and all tax returns sent out of the office; Handling all IRS representation work, phone calls, and letters
Education Certifications:
Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor (1999 - Present); Certified Senior Advisor (2008); Accredited Tax Preparer (1996); Accredited Tax Advisor (1996); Enrolled Agent (1992); Certified Tax Professional (1992)
Awards/Honors:
Member of the Month, National Association of Tax Professionals (2007); Member of the Year, Kansas Chapter, National Association of Tax Professionals (2004); Exemplary Electronic Return Originator Award, IRS (1999)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Ryman hopes to increase sales by 25 percent. This means the company would be preparing more than 800 tax returns, and working on books for more than 125 companies and individuals.