Meet the Team – Bestow Accounting
Our People

Meet the
Bestow Team.

A CPA-led team of passionate nonprofit accountants, former auditors, and mission-driven professionals — each dedicated to your success.

Sarah Taylor
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Founder & CEO
Sarah Taylor
Founder & CEO · CPA

Sarah is the Founder and CEO of Bestow Nonprofit Accounting and Consulting, bringing over 25 years of expertise in accounting to the nonprofit sector. With a deep passion for empowering mission-driven organizations, Sarah has dedicated her career to helping nonprofits achieve their financial goals while streamlining their internal processes for lasting impact.

A proud graduate of Monmouth University in Long Branch, New Jersey, Sarah earned her CPA certification in 1999. Her journey into accounting began early — sparked by a childhood fascination with numbers and organization, and a 1984 Barbie Home & Office Playset where her Barbie managed an accounting office.

Sarah's leadership philosophy combines technical expertise with a heartfelt dedication to nonprofits' unique challenges, making her a trusted advisor and partner to organizations striving to create positive change.

The people behind your partnership.

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Amanda Schermond
Amanda Schermond
Office Manager

Amanda brings exceptional organizational skills and natural leadership to Bestow. She holds a degree in Business Administration from Ramapo College and has a passion for creating systems that help the company run smoothly. Residing in New Jersey with her husband and children, Amanda inspires those around her with her warmth and dedication.

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Misty Scott
Misty Scott
Accounting Services Manager

Misty's love for accounting started early — helping her dad total toll receipts on an adding machine as a child. That spark led to a degree from Western Illinois University and a master's from Culver-Stockton College. Based in Illinois, she brings hands-on leadership to help nonprofits build systems that support long-term sustainability.

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Katherine Flockhart
Katherine Flockhart
Senior Accountant

Katherine brings over seven years of experience and a genuine passion for helping mission-driven organizations thrive. A Stockton University accounting graduate, she thrives on financial problem-solving and delivers accurate reporting and clear insights that empower nonprofits to make informed decisions.

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Ashley Bryson
Ashley Bryson
Senior Accountant · CNAP

Ashley discovered her love of accounting through a shared passion for math in middle school. A Tennessee Wesleyan College graduate, she became a Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional in 2023. Based in Tennessee, she views accounting as an unbiased equalizer — clear, consistent, and foundational to good decisions.

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Lisa Slocum
Lisa Slocum
Senior Accountant · CNAP

For Lisa, math has always just made sense. With a mathematics background and CNAP certification since 2025, she thrives on assembling financial data into clear, actionable pictures. Born and raised in Colorado, she helps organizations across the country strengthen their financial systems and processes.

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Marlena White
Marlena White
Senior Accountant · CNAP Advanced

Marlena earned her CNAP in 2023 and CNAP Advanced in 2024. Currently serving as Treasurer of the Friends of South Carolina Libraries, she now calls South Carolina home and supports nonprofits nationwide with thoughtful, reliable financial guidance.

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Mona Batool
Mona Batool
Staff Accountant

Mona brings 15 years of accounting experience to Bestow, with a Bachelor's in Accounting from Rutgers University. Based in Colorado, she is deeply committed to helping nonprofits streamline their financial processes so they can focus on advancing their missions. Her keen eye for detail delivers accurate, insightful guidance tailored to the nonprofit sector.

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Cathy Luke
Cathy Luke
Staff Accountant

Cathy brings 16 years of experience and a deep passion for helping organizations thrive financially. A Western Michigan University graduate in Business Administration, she combines technical expertise with a people-first approach. Born and raised in Michigan, her goal is to make financial management easier, clearer, and more empowering for every nonprofit she serves.

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Sherry Jansen
Sherry Jansen
Staff Accountant · AP Lead

With over 30 years of accounting experience, Sherry serves as Bestow's Accounts Payable Lead. A George Mason University graduate in Accounting, she has a natural knack for problem-solving and a deep appreciation for numbers. Based in Virginia, her commitment to accuracy and teamwork helps clients maintain healthy financial operations.

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Lisa Gray
Lisa Gray
Staff Accountant

Lisa's path to accounting wasn't a straight line — she discovered her love of numbers after realizing how they tell a story and guide decisions. A Pomona College graduate in Government, Lisa combines technical skill with a broad understanding of structure and policy. She lives in Colorado and supports nonprofits nationwide with accurate reporting and clean financial records.

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