ABOUT
Why Choose Hartford Accounting
HARTFORD ACCOUNTING
We provide personalized service based on years of experience in auditing, bookkeeping, and working with Alaska Tribes.
We are a small firm that focuses on the specified needs of the client and believe in capacity building and training for Tribes to self-govern and thrive.
A 100% Alaskan-owned and operated firm that is familiar with the unique rural and cultural aspects of Alaska Native Tribes.
Our primary goal is to see our clients achieve success and growth in operation and development.
Melissa Hartford graduated from the University of Alaska Anchorage with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. Melissa worked as an accountant for public accounting firms for twelve years, practicing tax, audit bookkeeping, and financial statement preparation. Her primary accounting expertise is in Tribal Government and Not-for-profit entities. Melissa enjoys being outdoors, hunting and fishing, traveling in Alaska and spending time on the ocean.
Meet the founder, Melissa
Meet the Team
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Casey’s expertise includes grant and project management, budgets, accounting and bookkeeping for Not-for-Profit entities. She has worked for Alaska Native Non-profit entities for 8 years and is known for being organized and efficient. She has a passion for assisting in capacity building and enjoys connecting with the people she serves. In her free time, Casey enjoys exploring all that Alaska has to offer with her four sons.
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Elishah graduated from the University of Alaska Anchorage with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. She has over 4 years of experience in corporate accounting and finance, specializing in financial statement analysis, cost accounting, and bookkeeping services. Her expertise includes data and project analysis, as well as maintaining clean and organized books. Outside work, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and exploring new adventures.
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Zach is a born and raised Alaskan. He is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting at the University Of Alaska Anchorage. Zach handles bookkeeping, payroll tax, and audit prep assistance. He has a knack for organization, data entry, and all things technology.
Outside of work, Zach enjoys watching horror movies in the dark, taking photos with his camera, and hiking Alaska’s beautiful landscape.