About UsStranger, Tallman & Lautz Accounting formed in 2015 as a merger between Stranger & Lautz Professional Group and Mackley & Tallman Accounting. For over 30 years, those firms had been providing quality, personalized financial guidance to individuals and businesses. Our expertise ranges from basic tax management and accounting services to more in-depth services such as IRS and state audits, financial statements, and estate & financial planning.
By combining our expertise and experience with the team mentality of our staff, we make sure that every client receives the careful analysis and attention they deserve. Our dedication to high standards, hiring of seasoned professionals, and work ethics are why our client base returns year after year. |
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Our goal is to help clients maintain financial viability in the present, while taking a proactive approach to achieving future goals. This requires open communication to reach an understanding of our clients' needs through research and sound analysis. Stranger, Tallman & Lautz is dedicated to meeting these goals with high standards of excellence and professionalism. We have been a staple of Grand Junction's business community for decades, and pride ourselves on the level of esteem we have earned.
Our dedication to hard work has earned the respect of the business and financial community in and around Grand Junction. We believe this to be a direct derivative of our talent and responsiveness to our client base. Whether you are a current or prospective client, rest assured that individuals and businesses who choose Stranger, Tallman & Lautz Accounting receive competent and timely services.
Our dedication to hard work has earned the respect of the business and financial community in and around Grand Junction. We believe this to be a direct derivative of our talent and responsiveness to our client base. Whether you are a current or prospective client, rest assured that individuals and businesses who choose Stranger, Tallman & Lautz Accounting receive competent and timely services.
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Going GreenStranger, Tallman & Lautz Accounting is committed to minimizing the impact our work has on the environment we love so much. Among other initiatives, we have implemented a paperless filing system (so your data storage not only helps save trees, but is also more secure and continuously backed up!). We not only recycle paper, cans, and bottles, but also outdated electronics, and we are committed to fostering a culture of “wastelessness” in our office. Stay tuned for more solutions we plan to implement, including the option to receive only an electronic copy of your tax return!
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Community Involvement
The partners and staff at Stranger, Tallman & Lautz Accounting understand the importance of giving back to our community. That is why we encourage involvement in community organizations. Our staff are members of and/or volunteer with several diverse organizations in the community, including HopeWest, Caprock Academy and Junior Service League. We are proud to underwrite programming at KAFM Community Radio. Follow our new podcast in collaboration with another local professional at Mesa Money Minute!
Certifications / Memberships
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Receipt Bank
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Our STLA Family
Gina Tallman, CPAPresident
Gina Tallman, CO CPA #28394, has been working in public accounting since 2009 and formed STLA’s predecessor firm in 2014. She graduated from University of Colorado Boulder with degrees in Business Administration (Accounting) and Psychology. She is originally from Alaska, where she still visits once a year, but moved to the Grand Valley as a child. She is a member of the Colorado West Estate Planning Council, sits on the finance committee of Caprock Academy, and is a volunteer programmer for Grand Valley Community Radio (KAFM). In her free time, Gina likes to snowboard fast, collect vinyl records, beat the house at blackjack, and discuss 19th century European history with her son.
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Stephen A. Stranger, CPAVice President
Stephen A Stranger, CO CPA #0007899, has been a CPA since 1982 and has lived in Grand Junction all his life. Stephen graduated with a degree in both Accounting and Economics with a minor in philosophy from Regis University in Denver. Steve practices in the area of personal and business income tax preparation, planning, and consulting. Steve has served on the Board of Directors of the Holy Family Catholic School, Grand Junction Kiwanis, and St. Joseph's finance council. He enjoys the great outdoors and any time with his Daughter.
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Janet M. LautzClient Accounting Specialist
Janet M Lautz, attended California State University of Northridge (CSUN) and went directly into a banking career that lasted 17 years. Janet was a partner with Steve Stranger in the firm Stranger & Lautz Professional Group and began with that firm in 2007. Janet enjoys traveling and reading.
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Tiffany BeachyFirm Administrator
Tiffany Beachy graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a degree in Business Management and a minor in Accounting. She began working in the accounting industry in 2017 upon her return from her year-long travels in Australia. Tiffany then joined the Stranger, Tallman & Lautz team in September of 2021 as the Firm Administrator. Her hobbies include reading, photography, exploring new places, and any outdoor activities that she can do with her dogs.
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Alondra PerezStaff Accountant
Alondra Perez is a staff account, who is currently working on getting her CPA. She graduated from Colorado Mesa University in 2021 with a bachelor’s degree in public accounting. She started here at the firm as an intern at the beginning 2021 and worked her way to full time. She enjoys drawing, working out, and video games.
Kris Hix, EA
Senior Tax Accountant
Kris Hix, EA has been working in accounting since 1994 and earned her degree in 1996. In 2007, she became an Enrolled Agent (EA). An EA must take a series of exams to earn the privilege of representing taxpayers before the IRS. Kris has taught or co facilitated tax classes. Originally, Kris is from The Greater Cincinnati area, now living in FL. Since moving to Florida, she has become an active Moose member, volunteer and board member. In her spare time, when she isn’t with friends and family, you can find her working in the yard turning a neglected space into a “masterpiece”.
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Stacey HeathAdministrative Assistant
Stacey Heath is a Grand Junction native who graduated from Fort Lewis College with a degree in both Accounting as well as Finance. After holding positions in other firms, Stacey joined STLA in 2017. In her free time, you will most likely find her outside with her family. When she’s not outside, she will be at home reading a book or two.
Vien Castulo
Bookkeeper
Bio coming soon!
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