New Hire Bios

Odalys Becerra

Admin Assistant for Tax in West LA

Hello! My name is Odalys Becerra. I graduated from CSU Dominguez Hills with a Bachelors in Sociology this summer. I have worked in many different retail branches the last 8 years of my life and I am ready for the change of environment. On my free time, I enjoy reading literary fiction, watching LAFC games, running and almost anything that is outdoors. I love traveling and learning about different cultures and customs and trying all the delicious food that comes with it.

Josef Dochterman has worked as a software programmer since 2010, for previous organizations including the County of Ventura government. He believes in making computers easy for people to use. His experience includes creating databases, online applications as well as programming graphics and user interfaces. Apart from work he spends time studying books, music and walking outdoors.

Josef Dochterman

Sr. Software Engineer for IT in Pasdena

Agnes Corrales

AP Clerk for Internal Accounting in Pasadena

Hi, my name is Agnes Corrales, a local of Pasadena. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science in Manila, Philippines. With 20 years of experience in accounting, I hope my skills and experience can contribute to the company. My hobbies are flower arranging and decorating. I love listening to old classical musics. I am looking forward in working with the team.

Kelly Li

Staff for R&D in Pasadena

Kelly Li is a recent graduate from California State Polytechnic University Pomona with a BA in finance. She worked at Chase as an associate banker prior to Krost/KBKG. During her tenure at Chase, she enhanced her communication skills, leading to develop long term trusting relationships with clients. She was also the Vice President of her sorority, Alpha Delta Kappa, where she strengthened her analytical skills from budgeting, planning, and recording financial documents to prepare reports on financial status. Outside of the office, Kelly enjoys traveling, being outdoors, and baking.

Hi y’all! My name is Matt Punia and I am so excited to be joining everyone at KBKG here at the Dallas office! A little bit about my past, I was born and raised in Orange County, CA and moved to Dallas about 7 years ago. I graduated from The University of Texas at Dallas as a Finance major back in 2019. Some of my hobbies include playing/watching basketball, cooking, watching movies, and reading. I can’t wait to meet everyone and start my journey at KBKG!

Matt Punia

Tax Specialist for R&D in Dallas

Ben Forehand

Tax Specialist for R&D in Dallas

Hi my name is Ben Forehand and I am an incoming R&D Tax Credit Specialist. Prior to joining KBKG, I spent 2.5 years at BDO, LLP within the Business tax credits and incentives group. During my time at BDO I worked with a multitude of clients within the aerospace, manufacturing, and software industries. I am a graduate of Texas Tech University (“Wreck’em Tech”), where I majored in accounting and finance. When I am not keeping busy with R&D tax credits I like to hunt, fish, and play golf. I look forward to meeting many you in the coming week.

Jarah Childs

Tax Specialist for R&D in Atlanta

My name is Jarah Childs. I completed my B.B.A. in Accounting with a minor in Criminal Justice in December of 2020. I am currently obtaining my MBA online from Mercer University. In my free time I enjoy cooking, traveling, and making music! I’ve played a variety of sports and still enjoy exercising and hiking. My passion is helping others and I am very excited to be joining the team!

Hello, my name is Krikor (Greg) Katoromian. Born and raised in Burbank, CA. I received my Bachelor of Science in Accountancy in Spring 2021 from the David Nazarian College of Business and Economics at Cal State University, Northridge. Currently on pace to take the CPA exams in the coming year. Some of my hobbies include learning about the real estate market as well as road trip vacations to different states.

Greg Katoromian

Staff for Accounting in Woodland Hills

Souhaila Chehibi

Tax Specialist for R&D in Pasadena

Souhaila is a recent graduate from California State University, Northridge with major in Accounting. She was an accounting associate at Jain Nakajima LLP, a small CPA firm in West LA. Prior to that, she was an assistant store manager at Ross Dress for Less and an office administrator at Star Parking Management.

Being a theatre performer in the past helped Souhaila develop the ability to speak clearly and thoughtfully and work cooperatively with others. Souhaila grew up in Tunisia. She is fluent in Arabic and French. She enjoys going on long walks with her husband. She likes traveling, socializing, watching documentaries, and learning about different cultures.

Dillon Rattray-Mattis

Cost Segregation Intern in Chicago

Hi everyone! My name is Dillon Rattray-Mattis, I am currently a 4th year Civil Engineering student at Illinois Tech. I’m originally from Stratford, Connecticut, but relocated to Chicago for my studies. I enjoy staying active – I’ve been on my school’s Track and Field team since my freshmen year. Outside of sports, I enjoy binge watching my favorite TV shows or going out to new places in the city with friends. Looking forward to starting at KGKB, and cannot wait to meet you all.

My name is Michelle Truong. I graduated in 2018 from California State University Los Angeles with a Bachelor of Science in Business Admin with Emphasis in Finance. Shortly after, I began working at Din Tai Fung as an Accounts Payable Associate. During the pandemic, I built a gaming pc and started gaming in my free time (I really hope the work pcs are not slow). I also enjoy playing tennis and basketball.

Michelle Truong

Client Services for Business Management in Pasadena

Andrea McGinnis

Sr. Tax Specialist for R&D

Andrea received her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Master’s in Taxation from the University of Georgia. Upon graduation from college, she spent over five years at a Big Four accounting firm specializing in Research and Development Tax Credit studies, Like-Kind Exchange programs, and Accounting Method Studies. She transitioned into a project management role for the same Big Four accounting firm, focusing on learning and development within the Partner and Leadership Development space. She also has experience providing generalized accounting services to privately held companies. She is a Certified Public Accountant, licensed in the state of Georgia.

For the past 12 years, Andrea has spent the majority of her time raising her twin sons, Alex and Ben. She currently resides in Brentwood, TN with her husband (Dustin), sons (Alex and Ben), and dog (Stubbs). In her free time, she loves to exercise, garden, play sports, hike, and spend as much time as possible outdoors.