Walthall Drake & Wallace has been our accounting firm for more than twenty-five years. I cannot think of any work that they have performed for us that has not met our expectations.

The partners and employees are very accommodating and make you feel that you are more than just another client.

RICK GOULD, Ohio Envelope

Jean Pavlin

EDUCATION & BACKGROUND

Jean graduated from Nazareth Academy in 1975 and continued her education at Dyke Spenserian College where she earned her Bachelor of Science and Business Administration Degree with a major in accounting and a minor in marketing.

She began her accounting career with Veres & Co. in 1979 and joined WDW through the merger in 2005.  She takes part in the training and supervision of staff members.

SPECIALTY AREAS

As a senior manager, Jean performs services such as compilations, reviews, and audits of closely-held companies.  She has significant experience in construction, distribution, professional services, and agreed-upon procedure engagements. 

Jean is chairperson of the Firm's Forensic Group and presently serves on the Firm's Construction, Paperless, Employee Benefit, and Manufacturing Groups

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS


BEHIND THE CREDENTIALS

Who has been the most influential person in your life/career? My father. Do not take anything for granted and if you respect others they will respect you.

What is the best advice you’ve ever received? Always give someone a second chance.

What is one character trait you highly value? Willing to give assistance to others no matter how busy I might be at the time.

Describe yourself in one word. Approachable.

Describe the best vacation you’ve ever taken? Horseback riding through the Arizona desert.

What did you want to be when you grew up? A teacher.
 
If you could go anywhere in the world, where would it be? To Australia.