Kittrell & Klaskin, LLC

Owning a small business should be fulfilling and rewarding.


Why else would you do it? 

Unfortunately, owning a small business, especially a cash strapped one, can seem anything but rewarding. It is easy for that passion you had when you first started to be overtaken by all the stresses and worries that come with running a small business. 

At Kittrell & Klaskin, we strive to reduce the heavy financial stress on small business owners. First, we make sure they have rock solid financials. Then, we enable smart decision making through budgeting, forecasting, planning, and goal setting. 

We provide you with clarity and confidence in how your business is doing financially and where it is going. We partner with you so that it is easy to make those smart decisions and you can move on. You can get back to doing the work you are passionate about. 

3 ways you can learn more when you are ready:

1. DM me or email me at Ryan@kittrellklaskincpa.com. We can set up a call to talk about how to get your business to where you want it to be.

2. Download our free e-book that contains 10 proven strategies to grow your business. 

3. Check out all the other great free resources available to you on our website.

Co-Founder

ROBERT J. DOLE VA MEDICAL CENTER

I led a small group of top notch accountants, budget analysts, and payroll experts as CFO of this organization.

I will always appreciate the opportunities, growth, and powerful sense of mission I experienced working for the VA.

Financial Manager

I was asked to lead the Dole VA supply chain service in December of 2017.

3 of the service's greatest achievements during my time in this role:

We scored in the top 5 in the country for our customer service.

The service reduced supply spend by 28%. Through spend analysis coupled with increased focus on inventory management principles and collaboration with vendors, we reduced spend drastically which allowed freed up resources to be allocated elsewhere as needed for Veteran care.

We did not run out of supplies including PPE for medical staff during the darkest days of the COVID pandemic for hospital supply chains. Leadership, great staff, including a very collaborative medical staff, and community support was crucial for this achievement.

Chief Supply Chain Officer

The Prosthetics service at the VA not only provides artificial limbs to Veterans, it is responsible for the management and issue to Veterans of all devices needed to assist Veterans to live as functionally as possible. This includes electric wheelchairs, wheelchair vans, orthotic shoes, canes, scooters, surgical implants and so much more. 

The service was unique in that it was a Veteran facing service with its Prosthetics and orthotics clinics and also a supply chain service managing and providing Prosthetic items.

Some of the service's greatest achievements during my time in this role:

Established a Prosthetics clinic. We recruited and retained a very talented Prosthetist who hit the ground running. Amputee Veterans now have an option right there at the Wichita VA for their artificial limb care and maintenance. 

Reduced average days before action was taken on a prosthetics consult dramatically. This was a big one for customer service and getting the Veteran's needs taken care of timely.

Prosthetics Chief

This was my first leadership role at VA. 

I learned quite a bit about managing and leading during this time.

Assistant Financial Manager

This was my introduction to fiscal management at the VA. 

What an eye opener! I learned so much from my boss and colleagues about how the fiscal system at the VA works.

Accountant

BKD CPAs & Advisors

I did primarily tax work but also a little auditing. 

The people I worked with at BKD were among the smartest and most driven professionals I have ever met. They were also among the nicest. Everyone was always so gracious and patient with their time no matter how many hours they had worked that week.  I will always be grateful for that and all that I learned in my short time at the firm.

Staff Accountant

United States Air Force

One of the best decisions I have made was to join the Air Force.

I learned to be disciplined. I gained a sense of direction. I learned how important it was to contribute to a team to achieve a mission that could never be achieved by just one person. I am forever thankful to the Air Force and the skills, lessons, and friends I gained during my time in service.

Airman

82% of small or medium businesses fail due to cash flow mismanagement.



That's an intimidating stat!

But...

What if your business doesn't mismanage cash flow? Well, that decreases failure risk dramatically!

Many small business owners mismanage their cash by:

•	Not worrying about their books until the end of the year

•	Treating bookkeeping as an easy and cheap commodity 

•	Not reviewing financial performance at least monthly

•	Not budgeting and reviewing differences to expected

•	Not forecasting cash flow

Many of these business owners are stressed.

They hope they will be able to continue to afford staff

They wonder if they will ever get out of debt

They cross their fingers that the bank will approve financing

They dream about being able to pay themselves one day


But some business owners do it differently!

They make sure their books are updated monthly

A competent and caring pro does the books

Financial performance is reviewed monthly

They budget and track variances

They forecast their cash flows. 

They take action!

Based on the insights provided by their financials, budget and cash flow analysis, they make moves that set them up for success in their business, cash reserves in the bank, and peace of mind in their lives!

If you are a small business owner that would like to have rock solid bookkeeping, budgeting and variance analysis, and cash flow forecasting services, you have three options:

1. DM me to learn more
2. Email me at ryan@kittrellklaskincpa.com
3. Check out our business website. There are tons of free resources to get you started.

Ryan Kittrell, CPA

Samford University

Law Student

Birmingham Bulls Hockey

Gameday Intern

Alabama Office of the Attorney General

Alabama Attorney General’s Office provides legal representation for the state of Alabama, its officers, departments, and agencies. 
During my time with the Alabama Attorney’s General Office, I performed comprehensive legal research and analyzed paperwork related to convictions to draft formal responses for the state of Alabama. Showcased a keen understanding of legal matters and provided strategic insights on complex cases to address multiple appeals professionally and efficiently.

➥Drafted and coordinated documents by examining complex Rule 32 petitions to support arguments and determine/prove faulty Brady claims of appellants.
➥Inspected nuanced Miranda issue on the first appeal to ensure timely resolution with strict adherence to state laws and procedures.
➥Utilized excellent public speaking skills to educate individuals on the impacts of COVID-19 and speedy-trial delays on Barker requirements.
➥Gained in-depth knowledge of Ireland and Boykin requirements for guilty plea withdrawals and engaged in arguments of trial court

Criminal Appeals Clerk

Lightfoot, Franklin & White

Lightfoot, Franklin & White is a litigation boutique with roots in Alabama but a strong reach across the U.S. specializing in corporate litigations as a defense council.
In this position, I functioned in a pivotal internship role and participated in various hearings while conducting exhaustive research on medical litigation. Gathered and reviewed legal data and arranged files in chronicle to assist in court hearings. 

➥Orchestrated events and defined timelines to streamline trial preparation processes associated with oil spills and medical claims by alleged disaster victims.
➥Facilitated paralegal team with specific information and documents to support case hearings.
➥Delivered impeccable assistance to attorneys during hearings and clerical filings at courthouses.

Intern

Jimmy's 

A sports bar with a twist, serving breakfast, Tapas style Street food, cocktails, and your usual spirits, draughts, cider, and lagers.
In this position, I oversaw all operations connected with purchasing and managing beverages to maintain accurate inventory levels. Determined market trends and negotiated prices with vendors to minimize alcohol costs.
➥Cultivated healthy market relations to organize sponsored parties while hiring and training bartenders as required.
➥Generated the highest sale of $25K by collaborating with Bacardi and conducting sponsored Halloween party.

Beverage Manager

United States Army Reserve

:  The United States Army is the land service branch of the United States Armed Forces. It is one of the eight U.S. uniformed services and designated as the Army of the United States in the U.S. Constitution.
While serving my country in the United States Army, I steered various conferences by cooperating with media and foreign governments while serving as Print Journalist, Media Coordinator, and Liaison. Communicated with units and media personalities across the U.S. and performed biweekly background checks on all media wanting to attend press conferences. Addressed complex issues on upset, disgruntled media personalities and politicians by scheduling meetings with up to 45 members in public/open settings.
➥Kept abreast of all overseas media news about the U.S. military by recruiting local nationals to translate local/foreign media information.
➥Liaised with the speaker to aid in speaking on various subjects, received individuals by preparing sites, and negotiated with hostel media using best deposition practices.
➥Trained interviewees on the latest deposition-styled tactics and strategies to identify and mitigate media concerns.
➥Planned and arranged internationally covered press conferences and media events.
➥Administered overall training endeavors, such as live fire ranges, combat lifesaver courses, and functional job skills.

Media Coordinator and Liaison, Public Affairs Specialist

As a detail-oriented U.S Army Veteran now legal and business professional, I’m armed with experience providing legal support to attorneys, senior legal executives, and cross-functional teams for the timely resolution of cases. I excel at calculating risks and translating business into law and law into business. From identifying the business opportunity to negotiating terms and conditions, I have provided a strong foundation for business growth.

In addition to my entry into a new culture, the challenges of providing research at a moment’s notice to support potential client meetings and learning new bodies of law to get deals done started me down a more 
enterprising road. I excel at collaborating with legal firms, conducting legal research, and preparing detailed documentation and reports on case findings to support court trials and hearings.

My background includes a track record of offering strategic oversights into legal matters by utilizing an in-depth understanding of state laws and regulations to champion the organizational mission and goals. Additionally, I execute on challenges and maintain a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial mindset aligned with the enterprise vision.

I’m a Quick learner who’s aspiring to work in legal or global sports and entertainment organizations and acquire exposure to various legal issues comprising business transactions, labor and employment law, intellectual property, licensing transactions, financing matters, and corporate governance.

☛ Key Skills ☚ 

✦ Strategic Planning & Execution
✦ Legal Research
✦ Change Management
✦ Public Speaking 
✦ Process Improvement
✦ Business Solutions 
✦ Written & Verbal Communication 
✦ Conflict Resolution 
✦ Mergers & Acquisitions

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