Kaitlyn Robison

, CFE, CPA
Principal, Practice Leader of Tax

Kaitlyn serves as Director of Tax at Rea, bringing over a decade of expertise in tax practice operations, compliance, and quality control. A summa cum laude graduate from University of Mount Union and Ohio Northern University, she’s earned prestigious recognitions including the Twenty Under 40 award and multiple academic honors. Before joining Rea in 2023, Kaitlyn enjoyed a unique career as a professional singer. Today, she leverages her leadership experience and process improvement skills to enhance tax function efficiency and professional development. She remains active in AICPA, OSCPA, and ACFE, while balancing family time and occasional performance opportunities.

What is your favorite line from the Rea Way and why?

"Rejoice in others' achievements". My passion for the tax and accounting industry is surpassed only by my desire to help others reach their full potential as tax professionals.

Professional Memberships

  • AICPA
  • OSCPA
  • ACFE

Education + Credentials

  • Bachelor of Arts in Accounting,
    (summa cum laude) from University of Mount Union
  • Master of Professional Practice in Accounting, from Ohio Northern University

Areas of Expertise

  • Tax Practice Operations
  • Tax Compliance and Quality Control
  • Learning & development for tax professionals
  • Process improvement and efficiencies within the tax function

Notable Achievements

  • Hubert R Pinney Award for Highest GPA in the Business Department (University of Mount Union)
  • Financial Executives International Graduate Student award recipient (Ohio Northern University)
  • Twenty Under 40 award recipient
  • Rotarian of the Year award recipient
  • Rotary Club President 2018-2019

Personal Insights

Weekend Hobby: Spending time with my husband and two kids.
Interesting Fact: Before deciding to become a CPA, I spent several years traveling as a professional singer. Despite changing career routes, I still enjoy singing at church and at special events/weddings.

My passion for the tax and accounting industry is surpassed only by my desire to help others reach their full potential as tax professionals.

Year Started with Rea

2023
Cleveland
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