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ABOUT

Superior service is our goal. We promise . . .

  • To provide the highest quality tax and financial services to our clients at a reasonable cost.

  • To grow professionally, but never lose our local identity.

  • To establish a personal relationship with our clients, as you are the foundation of our business.

Katie & Cathy Hauptmann, Lenay Johnson

OUR TEAM

We are family owned and operated to ensure authentic service. Join our family today!

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Founder & Bookkeeper

Lenay Johnson

Lenay has been a bookkeeper for 50 years. She has owned her own business for 45 years. The first 13 years she worked out of her home part-time while raising her family. The last 30 years she has maintained an office outside of the home full-time and has grown the business into what it is today. She is the backbone of what makes us, us, and is the matriarch of the Better Bookkeeping family.

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Bookkeeper & Tax Expert

Catherine Hauptmann

Cathy, Lenay's daughter-in-law, has been a bookkeeper for 25 years. She worked in the firm from 1997 - 2008.  Cathy took a leave of absence to follow her husband's military service in California. After moving back home to Wisconsin, she rejoined the business, and in October 2015, Cathy became a partner. She is an integral part of our business's success, harboring a wealth of knowledge while showing up with a smile on her face every day.

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Payroll Specialist

Katharyn Jud

Katie, Lenay's granddaughter, takes a detail-oriented and forward-thinking approach for every client that comes across her desk. From personally checking for hours to ensuring payroll is complete in a timely manner, Katie is exactly who you want in your corner for any payroll necessities. With six years of experience under her belt, she continues to grow and exceed expectations, now delving into tax preparation over the last two years.

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HR Specialist

Kayla Kawka

Kayla, Lenay's granddaughter, joins us from the medical field, where she worked in Pediatrics as an MA. Her expertise lies in organization and stellar communication, helping the office run smoothly and efficiently all year round. She is most likely who you will speak with on the phone, and you might be lucky enough to see Kayla and her daughter, Charlotte, at the front desk during your next visit to the office!

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Bookkeeping Support

Amalia Santos

Mali, Lenay's granddaughter, started her journey with Better Bookkeeping during her high school years as a front desk receptionist. After leaving to get her degree in Education, she made the shift to work in the office full-time as a support staff specialist. Her main focus is on bookkeeping and data entry, while also assisting with day-to-day tasks and the business's online presence.

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