About Our Firm
Our mission is to amplify the positive impact of private foundations and philanthropic families by providing specialized tax and accounting services that fit their unique needs.
Our values guide our actions:
We are dedicated to helping foundations unlock a world of untapped potential through our customized, efficient, and hassle-free tax and accounting services.
Charity
We believe in the transformative power of empathy and generosity, channeling our efforts towards those in need and those facing hardship.
Fortitude
We believe that facing adversity with courage and strength leads to a more fulfilling and purposeful life.
Connection
We believe in fostering deep personal connections founded on trust and openness, recognizing that nurturing relationships is key to creating a better world.
Learning
We believe that learning is an ongoing journey, inherent to our humanity. As we expand our knowledge, we become more effective agents of positive change.
Kyle Anderson
Kyle Anderson, the founding principal of CPA KPA, brings over 13 years of extensive experience as a tax professional to our firm. Having worked with a diverse range of clients including non-profits, individuals, and businesses, Kyle now dedicates his expertise to serving the unique needs of family foundations and high-net-worth families. In 2019, he established this firm with a clear mission: to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of private foundations.
Prior to founding CPA KPA, Kyle gained valuable experience as a public accounting professional with PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP, and CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. He holds a Master of Business Tax degree from the University of Minnesota-Carlson School of Management and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Kyle is a certified public accountant registered with the Minnesota Board of Accountancy (cert. # 30201). Notably, he spent his twenties living and working as an English teacher in Russia, Ukraine, and Ecuador, fostering fluency in Russian and Spanish languages.
With his diverse background and unwavering commitment to making a positive impact, Kyle is dedicated to serving clients with excellence and contributing to a better world.
Erika Granja
Erika, the dedicated office manager of CPA KPA, plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operations of our firm. Working diligently behind the scenes, she handles various responsibilities such as managing phone calls, sending emails, overseeing supplies, and expertly managing schedules.
Fluent in Spanish, Erika not only brings her administrative expertise to the table but also a warm and friendly demeanor that instantly puts clients at ease. She upholds the guiding principle of treating others as she would like to be treated, ensuring every client interaction is characterized by kindness and understanding. Erika excels at explaining complex topics to clients in a way that is clear and free from technical jargon.
Outside of work, Erika finds joy in spending quality time with her family. She also indulges in activities such as cooking, gardening, and reading during her spare moments. Erika's well-rounded nature and unwavering dedication contribute to creating a positive and efficient experience for clients at CPA KPA.
Roxy
Roxy, the canine security specialist at CPA KPA, takes her job very seriously—keeping a keen eye out for potential intruders like squirrels and the notorious printer jam gremlin who haunts the office. With her tail-wagging enthusiasm, she's always ready to spread love and slobbery kisses to anyone who needs a pick-me-up. When she's not busy protecting the office, you can find her perfecting her begging skills at the dinner table. Don't be fooled by her innocent face—she's a master manipulator when it comes to getting extra treats and extra pets!
Kyle has been such a pleasure to work with.
There is a vast array of knowledge and expertise that a generalist CPA must have - Kyle focuses on Private Family Foundations so that he can go broad and deep in this particular financial & tax area. That is of great benefit to Private Family Foundations like my family's. Kyle has allowed me to focus on our foundation's mission and giving strategy and lightened my burden of keeping up to date on tax and compliance issues. His response to questions has been timely and thorough. We have been extremely pleased with Kyle and strongly recommend him to other PFF's.
