Sierra Roy
Sierra Roy is a Manager based in the Ann Arbor office. She is a member of the firm’s Education Services Group and joined Yeo & Yeo in 2021.
Specializations
- Assurance services with an emphasis on government entities, school districts, and non-profit organizations
- Audit under government auditing standards
- Single audits and audits under 2 CFR 200
Professional Certifications and Education
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- University of Michigan-Dearborn, Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
Professional Membership
- Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Mackenzie Doyle is a Manager based in the firm’s Alma office. She is a member of the Assurance Service Line. She joined Yeo & Yeo in 2021.
Specializations
- Assurance services with an emphasis on government entities, school districts, for-profit organizations, and employee retirement benefit plans
- Audit under government auditing standards
- Single audits and audits under 2 CFR 200
Professional Certifications and Education
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Northwood University, Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
Professional Membership
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants
Publications/Seminars
Kellen Riker is a Manager in the Flint office. He is a member of the Assurance Service Line and the firm’s Government Services Group. He joined Yeo & Yeo in 2018.
Specializations
- Audits of for-profit businesses
- Audits of school districts
- Audits of governments
- Audits under Government Audit Standards
Professional Certifications and Education
- Certified Public Accountant
- University of Michigan – Flint, Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
- University of Michigan – Flint, Master of Business Administration in Finance
Professional Membership
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Government Finance Officers Association
Publications/Seminars
- Presented various internal trainings on governmental accounting for governments
- Presented an internal training on the firm’s Career Advocacy Program
Community involvement
- American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, volunteer
- Special Olympics, volunteer
- Yeo & Yeo Foundation, Young Professionals Service Chair
Awards
- MICPA Rising Star Award – 2024
- Flint and Genesee Group, 40 Under 40 honoree – 2022
- Spirit of Yeo Award (2021) – recognizing one individual each year who exemplifies the attributes of the firm’s mission and core values
Christina LaVielle is a Manager in the Troy office. She is a member of the firm’s Government Services Group and Audit Services Group. She joined Yeo & Yeo in 2009.
Specializations
- Specialization in auditing of local governments, including cities, townships, counties, villages, libraries and water districts
- Audits under government auditing standards
- Single audits and audits under 2 CFR 200
Education
- Central Michigan University, Bachelor of Science in Professional Accountancy
Professional Membership
- Michigan Government Finance Officers Association
- Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce
Publications/Seminars
- Presented various internal trainings related to governmental accounting and compliance requirements
- Prepare for Turnover and Unexpected Vacancies Now
- Choosing the Right Auditor for Your Government Entity
- Beware of These 3 Common Types of Unlawful Expenditures
- Common Capital Asset Reporting Issues Encountered by Municipalities
Community Involvement
- Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce’s ILEAD program graduate
Awards
- Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce – Tomorrow’s 20 Award, May 2024
Daniel Beard is a Senior Manager in the Ann Arbor office. He is a member of the firm’s Government Services Group. He joined Yeo & Yeo in 2014.
Specializations
- Audit and assurance services, with an emphasis on government entities, nonprofit organizations and for-profit companies
- Audits under government auditing standards
- Single audits and audits under 2 CFR 200
Professional Certifications and Education
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Eastern Michigan University, Bachelor of Business Administration
- Eastern Michigan University, Master of Science in Accounting
Professional Membership
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Government Finance Officers Association
Publications/Seminars
- Why is the Auditor So Concerned With My Budget?, May 2021
- GASB No. 101 Compensated Absences, May 2023
- Podcast: Understanding GASB Statement No. 101, Compensated Absences
Community Involvement
- Leadership A2Y graduate, 2020
- Certified Tourism Ambassador in Washtenaw County
Michael Rolka is a Principal in the Troy office and serves in the Assurance Service Line. He leads the firm’s Government Services Group. Mike joined Yeo & Yeo in 2012.
Specializations
- Audits of governmental entities
- Single audits under Uniform Grant Guidance
- Audits of school districts
- Audits under government auditing standards
Professional Certifications and Education
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certified Government Financial Manager
- Saginaw Valley State University, Bachelor of Professional Accountancy
- Emerging Leaders Academy graduate, 2025
Professional Membership
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Government Finance Officers Association – Board of Directors and Standards Committee
Publications/Seminars
- An Abundance of Relief: Auditing Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
- Model Accounting: Compensated Absences
- Presenting Audit Results to the Board, 2019 MICPA Governmental Winter Conference
- Podcast: Understanding GASB Statement No. 101, Compensated Absences
- Navigating AFS Reporting for Cannabis Businesses, 2025, MICIA magazine, Ask the Professionals
- GASB 87: Fundamental Changes in Lease Accounting for Governments, 2021
- Watch for These Commonly Missed Requirements to Improve State Compliance, 2020
- Does Your Municipality Really Need a Single Audit? 2019
- GASB 84 and GASB 87 for Municipalities Webinar Offered, September 26, 2019
- Public Act 202 of 2017 – Uniform Assumption Requirements, 2019, Government Advisor
- Is the Price Right? Management Must Assume Responsibility for Fair Value, 2018, Government Advisor
- Management’s Discussion and Analysis – Does Yours Need a Facelift?, 2018, Government Advisor
- Electronic Transactions – Are Your Protected?, 2017, Government Advisor
Community Involvement
- Special Olympics, volunteer
- Clinton River Watershed Council Finance Committee
- LEA Global Volunteer Week, volunteer
Awards
- Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce – Tomorrow’s 20 Award, May 2025
Alan Panter is a Principal in the Troy office audit department. He is a member of the firm’s Government Services Group and Employee Benefits Group. Alan joined the firm in 2017 with more than 28 years of experience in providing audit and consulting services.
Specializations
- Audit and consulting for state and local government entities, education, and nonprofit organizations.
- Single audit (2 CFR 200)
- Employee benefit plan audits
- Internal controls and procedures analysis
Professional Certifications and Education
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
- Michigan State University – B.A. in Accounting
Professional Membership
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- AICPA Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center
- Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA)
- Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)
- Michigan Government Finance Officers Association (MGFOA)
- Michigan School Business Officials (MSBO)
- Macomb-St. Clair School Business Officials
- Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce
- Troy Chamber of Commerce
- Detroit Economic Club
Publications/Seminars
- ARPA for NEU’s – presented at MGFOA conference
- GASB Statement 84 Fiduciary Activities – developed and presented in-house and to government clients
- Financial Management for Nonprofits
- SAS 115 and Common Audit Findings – presented at MGFOA conference
- GASB 54 Overview and Implementation Strategies – presented to Central Michigan School Business Officials
- Career Fair and Interviewing Tips and Tricks – presented at Davenport University
- Budgeting Basics, Preparing for an Audit, and Introduction to New Financial Management Guide – presented at Michigan Library Association Conference
- Budgeting Basics – presented at Michigan Library Association Conference
- Breaking Down the Audit – presented at Michigan Municipal Treasurer’s Association
- GASB 84 – Planning Ahead for a Smooth Transition (two-part series) published in the firm’s Government Advisor eNewsletter
- Public Library Financial Management Guide – written for Library of Michigan
- Podcast: Single Audits for Government Entities, June 2021
- Podcast: Michigan Uniform Chart of Accounts for Local Government, June 2021
- GASB 84 – Planning Ahead for a Smooth Transition published in the firm’s Government Advisor eNewsletter
- GASB 84 – Defining Four Generic Types of Fiduciary Funds published in the firm’s Government Advisor eNewsletter
- How to Develop a Fund Balance Policy to Help Communicate With Governmental Stakeholders published in the firm’s Government Advisor eNewsletter
- COVID-19 Update for Local Governments published in the firm’s Government Advisor eNewsletter
- Looks Like We Need a Single Audit this Year – What Do We Need to Do? published in the firm’s Government Advisor eNewsletter
- The UCA is Here to Stay! published in the firm’s Government Advisor eNewsletter
Community Involvement
- Clarkston-Independence District Library, Trustee
- Knights of Columbus, St. Daniel Council 15967, Treasurer
Jamie Rivette is a Principal in the Saginaw office audit department. She leads the firm’s Assurance Service Line and is a member of the Government Services Group. She joined Yeo & Yeo in 1999 and is a member of the Yeo & Yeo Board of Directors.
Specializations
- Assurance services for governmental units, school districts and not-for-profit organizations
- Audits under government auditing standards
- Single audits under 2 CFR 200
Professional Certifications and Education
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
- Northwood University, Bachelors in Accounting
Professional Membership
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Government Finance Officers Association
- Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Association of School Boards
- Michigan Government Finance Officers Association, past board member
- Michigan Government Finance Officers Association – Accounting and Auditing Standards Committee
- Michigan Government Finance Officers Association – Mentoring and Membership Committee
- Michigan Municipal Executives
- Michigan Municipal League
- GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program – Special Review Committee
Publications/Seminars
- What Governments Need to Know About GASB 96 Implementation
- GASB Update – presented to the Michigan Townships Association
- GASB 68 – developed and presented in-house and to current municipality clients
- Basic Governmental Auditing – presented at MICPA conference
- Internal Controls – Cash Handling – presented to local school districts
- Fraud and Prevention in Local Governments – developed in-house
- Is Your Audit Paperwork up to Snuff? – presented at MICPA conference
- Embracing GASB 74 & 75 – presented at MICPA conferences
- Fraud Risks and Why Internal Controls are Important – presented at MICPA conferences
- Preparing for a Headache-Free Audit – presented at Michigan Municipal Executives, and Michigan Government Finance Officers Association
- First Pensions, Now OPEB: What School Districts Need to Know About GASB 74 & 75 – presented at MICPA conferences
- Enterprise Fund Accounting Issues – presented at Michigan Government Finance Officers Association
- Creating Impactful Presentations – presented at MICPA conference
- Podcast: Single Audits for Government Entities
- Why Face-to-Face Meetings With Your Auditor Are Important
- Are Your Security Systems and Employees Prepared to Fight off Potential Hackers?
- If You Report Fiduciary Funds, Expect Some Changes
- The Case for Internal Controls – Reducing Fraud in Government Entities is Easier Than You May Think
- Career Advocacy for Women at Yeo & Yeo
- 5 Audit and Financial Statement Tips for Newly Elected Officials
- 5 Ways School Districts Work Smarter, Not Harder, When Preparing for Your Audit
- 5 Ways Municipalities Work Smarter, Not Harder, When Preparing for an Audit
- 3 Ways That Internal Controls Can Increase Efficiency
- Municipalities — Are Your Security Systems and Employees Prepared to Fight Off Potential Hackers?
- Analytical Procedures Can Help Make Your Audit More Efficient
Community Involvement
- Hemlock School Board of Education, treasurer
- Hemlock/Ling Elementary Parent Teacher Organization, past treasurer
- Junior League Community Advisory Board
- Girls on the Run, past volunteer coach
- Hemlock Middle School Cross Country, past assistant coach
Awards
- Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants’ Women to Watch – Experienced Leader Award – 2019
Ali Barnes is the Managing Principal of the Alma office. She joined Yeo & Yeo in 2007. She leads the firm’s Assurance Technical Team and is a member of the firm’s Quality Assurance Committee, Government Services Group and Pension Services Group.
Specializations
- Assurance services, with an emphasis on government entities, school districts, for-profit organizations and employee retirement benefit plans.
- Audits under government auditing standards
- Single audits and audits under 2 CFR 200
Professional Certifications and Education
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)
- Saginaw Valley State University, Bachelor of Professional Accountancy
Professional Membership
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants
- Michigan Government Finance Officers Association – Standards Committee and Board of Directors
- Michigan Municipal Treasurers Association
- Michigan School Business Officials
- GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program – Special Review Committee
Publications/Seminars
- Enterprise Fund Accounting Issues at MGFOA Fall conference
- Fund Accounting presented to MSBO beginning business managers
- Transparency and Accountability and Financial Management presented for the Nonprofit Management/Leadership Certificate Program at Saginaw Valley State University
- Presented various internal trainings related to school districts, governmental entities, and employee benefit plans
- Tips for Governments presented at Yeo & Yeo governmental client training
- School District Auditing Primer presented for the MICPA Government Conference
- Get Ready for 401(k) Audit for the MICPA Employee Benefit Plans Conference
- Initial Audits and Cyber Security for the MICPA Employee Benefit Plans Conference
- OPEB Reporting: Embracing GASB 74 and 75 presented for the MICPA Government Conference
- GASB 75 – Do You Accept the Challenge? presented for the MICPA Government Conference
- Increase Finance and Accounting Department Efficiency presented for the MGFOA Fall Conference
- Podcast: Michigan Uniform Chart of Accounts for Local Government, June 2021
- Effective Audit Management: A Guide for Townships (April 2024 Township Focus Magazine Page 29)
- Effectively Communicating Financial Information
- How to Use Spreadsheets Effectively, Plus Excel Tips & Tricks
- Leadership During Uncertain Times
- Increase Finance and Accounting Department Efficiency
- You Won the Election, But Do You Know the Compliance Challenges Ahead?
- Are You Overwhelmed? Prioritize to Take Control of Your Work Life
Community Involvement
- Gratiot County Community Foundation – president and finance committee member
- Alma Police Athletic League – board treasurer
- Junior Achievement classroom volunteer
- Alma Kiwanis – former member
Awards
- Named among Forbes Best in State CPAs (2025, 2026)