KSM Introduces New Partners in 2022

Katz, Sapper & Miller is pleased to announce the promotion of our seven newest partners. Throughout their tenure with our firm, these talented individuals have risen to the top by exemplifying our KSM values, including a commitment to excellence, unmatched technical expertise, and superior client service.

Ashley Christie is a member of KSM’s Real Estate Services Group. Ashley helps clients identify innovative solutions to maximize tax savings opportunities and thoughtfully plan for the future. She also has extensive experience assisting the firm’s real estate clients with tax compliance, financial statement analysis, cash flow, and general business and accounting consulting. Ashley received both a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting as well as a Master of Business Administration degree from Indiana University.

John Estridge is a member of KSM’s Real Estate Services Group. Serving a wide variety of real estate clients and with a specialized knowledge of planning techniques for partnerships, John works closely with his clients to maximize tax savings opportunities and ensure their compliance. He is also an active member of the firm’s Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZs) practice, assisting clients with creating and maintaining Qualified Opportunity Funds, ensuring compliance, and identifying and monitoring projects. John received a Bachelor of Science degree in finance and a Master of Science degree in accounting from Indiana University.

Andrew Goodman is a member of KSM’s Audit & Assurance Services Group. Andrew helps clients navigate the ever-changing environment of financial reporting and operational controls, helping to ensure they are up to date on best practices and making profitable business decisions. Advising clients in a multitude of industries, Andrew’s particular focus is in construction, where he is a leader in KSM’s Construction Services Group. Andrew graduated with distinction from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and finance. He has also earned the prestigious Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) designation.

Justin Hayes is a member of KSM’s Audit & Assurance Services Group. Justin works with his clients to help ensure accurate financial reporting and advises them on ways to improve their reporting and internal controls to provide maximum performance and efficiency. He has experience in a number of industries; however, his main areas of focus are not-for-profit, state and local government, and professional services. He is a member of the firm’s Not-for-Profit Services and Governmental Services Groups. Justin received both a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and a Master of Accountancy degree from Ball State University.

Katherine Malarsky is a member of KSM’s Tax Services Group. Katherine’s focus includes analytical research and technical review of tax issues. Additionally, she assists companies and individuals in navigating the complexities of doing business internationally. Katherine has specific experience with international tax compliance and consulting, including preparation of international tax informational reporting, entity structuring, streamlined compliance programs, expatriate planning and compliance, cost allocation methodologies, and more. Katherine received a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting as well as a Master of Business Administration degree from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business.

Andy Manchir is a member of KSM’s Valuation and ESOP Services Groups. Andy helps clients understand the value of their business and advises them on succession planning options, including ESOP, third-party sales, or family transitions. He has extensive experience with feasibility studies for business owners considering an ESOP, ESOP structuring and financing, and valuations and opinions needed for ESOP formations, updates, and terminations. Additionally, Andy has performed business valuations for several other purposes and has testified as an expert witness on business valuation matters. Andy graduated with distinction from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Science degree in finance.

JP Moore is a member of KSM’s Healthcare Resources and Financial Services Groups. JP works with clients on a holistic level to identify opportunities to minimize tax liabilities by navigating between their business and personal circumstances. He provides federal and multistate tax planning, compliance, and consulting services to businesses, individuals, foundations, trusts, and estates. JP also works with private equity investors on multiple levels, providing tax planning and strategies for the private equity firms, individual owners, and their portfolio companies. JP received a Bachelor of Science degree in business with concentrations in accounting and finance as well as a minor in economics from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis.