Firm Profile

We believe in the value of relationships. We view every client relationship like a partnership, and truly believe that our success is a result of your success.

We are committed to providing close, personal attention to our clients. We take pride in giving you the assurance that the personal assistance you receive comes from years of advanced training, technical experience and financial acumen. Our continual investment of time and resources in professional continuing education, state-of-the-art computer technology and extensive business relationships is indicative of our commitment to excellence.

The Certified Public Accounting Firm of Hilburn & Lein, CPA's offers over 25 years of accounting experience. We provide accounting, auditing, tax and consulting services to more than 800 clients. One of the things that we are most proud of at Hilburn & Lein, CPA's, is that we provide exceptional client service at a fair and reasonable cost.

Gary W. Lein, CPA - Shareholder

Gary has been a resident of Las Vegas since 1985. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire in 1984. He received his CPA certification in September of 1991.  He is currently the CPA representative on the Commission for Common-Interest Communities and Condominium Hotels.

Gary's experience ranges from homeowners' associations to small businesses.  He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Nevada Society of CPA's and Community Association Institute-Nevada Chapter.

Gregory M. Sinacori, CPA - Shareholder

Greg has been a resident of Las Vegas since 1987. Greg received his Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Eastern New Mexico University in 1985. He received his CPA certification in September of 1987. Greg's experience ranges from accounting and taxation of small businesses to consulting for the restaurant and gaming industries. Greg is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Nevada Society of CPA's and Las Vegas Northwest Rotary Club.

Philip C. Bateman, CPA, CFE - Shareholder

Phil graduated from Southern Utah University in 1991 with a Bachelor of Science and Master in Accounting Degree. After graduation, Phil moved to Las Vegas and in January 1996 obtained his CPA certification. In 2004, Phil obtained his certification with the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.

Phil's experience includes small business consulting, homeowners' associations and construction. Phil is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Nevada Society of CPA's, the Las Vegas Chapter of Certified Fraud Examiners and Toastmasters.

Jennifer L. Herridge, CPA - Audit Manager

Jennifer has lived in Las Vegas since 1990. She moved to Nevada from California. Jennifer holds a Bachelor Degree in Accounting, which she obtained at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She has 13 years experience with homeowners associations. Jennifer obtained her CPA certificate in 2005.

Cory Puga, CPA - Senior Accountant

Cory recently moved to Las Vegas from Colorado. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from the University of Colorado in 2001. He received a CPA license from Colorado in 2004 and a CPA license from Nevada in 2010. Cory has 5 years experience in public accounting.

Mary Quiroz - Senior Accountant

Mary moved to Las Vegas from Southern California in 1994. She obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Mary is currently sitting for the CPA exam.

Chad C. Shoemaker - Staff Accountant

Chad moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in July 2005 from Wilmington, North Carolina. He has Bachelor of Science Degrees in Finance and Accounting which were obtained in 2001 and 2004. He also has a Master of Science Degree in Accounting which he received in 2005 from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.

Jeff Sansing - Staff Accountant

Jeff moved from Salt Lake City to Henderson in 2003. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance from San Jose State University in 2001. In 2005 he received a Masters of Business Administration Degree from the University of Phoenix. He is currently studying to take the CPA exam.

Keri Bonner - Staff Accountant

Keri recently moved to Las Vegas from Southern California. She obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo and is currently working towards obtaining a Nevada CPA license. Keri had 4 years of experience in public accounting.

Anita Lai - Staff Accountant

Anita moved from Guam in 2004 to attend Santa Clara University where she obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting in 2008.  Anita is currently studying to take the CPA exam.

Dawn R. South - Firm Administrator

Dawn moved to Las Vegas from Minnesota in 2005. Currently, Dawn manages all bookkeeping clients and has over 12 years of practical experience. In 1993, she received her Associate Degree in Accounting.

Vera DeMartino - Client Services Manager

Vera moved from New York to Las Vegas in 2001. She has an extensive background in customer relations, sales and marketing. She currently works closely in all areas relating to client support.

Kimberly Bradshaw - Receptionist

Kim moved from North Idaho to Las Vegas in 2008. She joined the Hilburn and Lein team in October 2009. She has an Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration from North Idaho College and years of experience keeping offices organized and running smoothly.

Courtney Hunt - Document Retention

Courtney is a native of Las Vegas. She joined Hilburn and Lein in October 2009. Her duties include scanning, storing and maintaining electronic information as well as assisting in office production.

C. Steve Hilburn - Retired Partner

Steve was a co-founding partner of Hilburn & Lein, CPA's and has lived in Las Vegas since the 1940s. Although Steve retired from the firm in 1993, he continues to lend his support and expertise to the firm on an as-needed basis.