The People Behind KVP Accounting
Kimberlie Van Petten | CEO & Chief Advisor
Kimberlie Van Petten is the CEO & Chief Advisor of KVP Accounting, LLC, a full-service accounting and strategic advisory firm committed to bringing clarity, stability, and direction to business owners across the United States.
With over 33 years of experience, Kimberlie specializes in transforming disorganized, stressful financial systems into clean, accurate, confidence-building structures. Her work centers on delivering the essentials every growing business needs: Accounting Services, Bookkeeping, Payroll, Tax Preparation, Financial Planning, Business Consulting, Management Consulting, and Growth-Stage and Established Business Advisory.
Her advisory style is direct, honest, and grounded in compassion. She helps entrepreneurs understand their numbers, stabilize cashflow, build stronger systems, and make smarter decisions — all without judgment or confusion. Kimberlie believes clarity is the foundation of leadership, and she built KVPA to give business owners the clean financial foundation they need to grow without chaos.
As a Certified Black-Owned and Woman-Owned firm, KVP Accounting proudly supports entrepreneurs who face the same challenges and systemic barriers Kimberlie has navigated herself. Her commitment to truth, integrity, structure, and long-term partnership defines the client experience at KVPA.
In addition to her accounting firm, Kimberlie is also the CEO & Entertainment Talent Manager of Sapphyre Media, LLC, her boutique creative talent development company. Across both companies, she has built a reputation for personalized strategy, strong leadership, and an unwavering dedication to helping people succeed.
When she isn’t leading her companies, Kimberlie enjoys time with her large blended family, traveling, exploring new cultures, and embracing the joy of everyday life. She brings that same clarity, care, and intentionality into every client relationship — because business grows best when the foundation is strong, the numbers make sense, and the vision is clear.
Hakim Ameen | Staff Accountant
Hakim Ameen supports client engagements through bookkeeping, payroll, financial reporting, and accounting technology with a strong focus on accuracy and consistency. With many years of professional accounting experience, he has helped businesses across a variety of industries build reliable financial systems and maintain confidence in their numbers.
Throughout his career, he has specialized in QuickBooks Online, earning certification as an Advanced ProAdvisor and using the platform to streamline processes for small and medium-sized businesses across a variety of industries. His focus has always been on delivering accurate, efficient, and organized financial reporting that allows business owners to maintain clarity and confidence in their operations.
In Hakim's previous roles, he has managed day-to-day bookkeeping tasks including expense tracking, invoicing, payroll processing, and preparation of financial statements. He has also assisted clients with cleanups and catch-ups, helping them get back on track when their books were behind or disorganized. Hakim takes pride in ensuring compliance with GAAP standards, identifying discrepancies quickly, and maintaining detailed, up-to-date records that give business owners a reliable foundation for decision-making.
What he enjoys most about accounting is being able to support entrepreneurs and business owners by taking the financial stress off their shoulders. He believes that accurate books are more than just numbers - they tell the story of a business’s growth and potential. By keeping records organized and transparent, Hakim strives to provide clients with the tools and insights they need to move forward with confidence.
Outside of work, Hakim enjoy spending time with family and friends. He also enjoys learning new skills and exploring ways to improve both professionally and personally. He has a passion for problem-solving, continuous growth, and staying active, whether that’s through developing my expertise in accounting technology or enjoying activities that challenge him outside of the office. His goal is to bring the same focus and dedication he applies in his work to all areas of his life.
Professional Certifications & Technology Partners
Intuit Certified
