OUR TEAM
Vernon
Dealing with business finances and government reporting can be challenging and the Vernon KSO Accounting Group professionals are here to help by providing tax and accounting services to the North Okanagan and beyond.
Kelcie Warren, CPA, CGA
Kelcie is one of the partners in KSO Accounting group. She joined our firm in 2006 as a CGA student in Prince George. She earned her CGA designation and Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in 2010. With years of experience and dedication, Based in Lake Country, she brings a strong blend of leadership and technical expertise to the team. Outside of work, Kelcie enjoys spending time on her hobby farm, where she finds balance and creativity in rural life.
Wendy Hesketh, CPA, CGA
Wendy joined the partnership in 2019 after running her own firm in Vernon for 10 years. She earned her CGA designation in 2003 and has over two decades of public accounting experience across Vancouver, the Okanagan, and as a subcontractor for our Prince George office. Though no longer a partner, Wendy remains passionate about the profession. Outside of work, she enjoys the outdoors and trains with her border collie, Juno, as a member of the Vernon Dogopogo Agility Club.
Sylvia Arneson
Sylvia joined our Vernon office in March 2020 as Receptionist and Bookkeeper, bringing over 40 years of experience in office administration. Originally from Lynn Valley, North Vancouver, she relocated to Armstrong in 1999 to be closer to her retired parents. A passionate reader and enthusiastic gardener, Sylvia enjoys growing vegetables under the sunny skies of the Okanagan.
Junko Yoshida
Junko joined our firm in December 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Economics from Japan and is currently pursuing her CPA designation through the CPA PEP program. When she’s not working or studying, Junko enjoys expressing her creativity through crafting.

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What Our Clients Have to Say
"Our business is flourishing. They give us good advice on what and what not to do. Every year Howard and Janice see the improvement in my entries and continue to encourage me."- Sue, Blue Thunder Transport