The Hechtman Team

Since 1993, Jim has been the managing partner and CFO at The Hechtman Group LLC, where he specializes in the PRISM CFO/Controller Services, advisor-client relationships, and staff development within an entrepreneurial culture.

Karin joined The Hechtman Group in 2002, and has been a partner with the firm since 2012.  Karin’s specializes in Individual and Trust taxation and is also the firm’s COO.

Paul Benjamin has been a partner at The Hechtman Group since 2021. Prior, Paul was a partner at Echales, Benjamin & Simkin, L.L.P.

Richard a Partner at the Hechtman Group with 25 years expertise in tax planning and preparation for small businesses across real estate, wholesale, retail, and professional services industries.

Brian is a Senior Tax Manager specializing in business and individual tax planning, payroll, and financial management. He holds CPA licenses in Kentucky and Illinois.

Debbie is a senior manager specializing in real estate partnerships and small businesses. She excels in tax work, refinancing, sales, 1031 exchanges, and general accounting.

Kari is a senior tax manager with The Hechtman Group, overseeing client tax responsibilities to ensure adherence to state and federal accounting regulations.

Steve is a Senior Tax Manager specializing in partnerships, S corporations and individual taxation with a focus on real estate, small businesses, and high net worth individuals.

Tim is a Senior Tax Manager specializing in business and individual taxation with an emphasis on real estate, the professional service industries, and high-net-worth individuals.

Paul Khamnouane is a Certified Public Accountant and Tax Manager whose focus is to support client’s business and personal goals to maximize tax strategies and financial growth.

Kamil is a Tax Manager who specializes in financial analyses of transactions and tax implications, review and preparing tax returns and other critical documents for his clients.

Marlene is a Tax Manager specializing in income tax preparation for individuals, businesses, and trusts. She has been with THG since 2017.

Christopher Blatner is a Tax Manager at The Hechtman Group, bringing a strong tax background and a people-first approach to his role. He enjoys the relational aspect of accounting—partnering with clients to achieve their goals, mentoring younger staff, and breaking the stereotype that accountants are all about numbers.

Esther is a Tax Supervisor with expertise in tax compliance, bookkeeping, payroll, and other accounting services. She is a subject matter expert on legislation related to COVID-19 loans and grants.

Lisa is a CPA and Tax Manager with expertise in accounting and taxation for individuals, partnerships, S-Corps, C-Corps, and Trusts.

D.A. is a CPA and Tax Supervisor with The Hechtman Group. He joined the team in 2021 and brings with him almost a decade of experience in a myriad of Tax and Audit areas, including individual, corporate, non-profit, trusts and estates.

Isaac is a Tax Supervisor with The Hechtman Group. A former intern and now full-time employee, Isaac earned his bachelor’s in finance from Lake Forest College.

Ari is a Senior Accountant with The Hechtman Group. A Certified Public Accountant, Ari specializes in business accounting and taxes, and personal taxes.

Connie is a Senior Accountant with expertise in tax preparation and general accounting. A native of Illinois, she has over 15 years’ experience in public accounting.

Anastasiia is a Senior Accountant with The Hechtman Group, where she assists with client tax returns and other aspects of general accounting.

Ashley Lopez is a Senior Accountant with The Hechtman Group, where she specializes in bookkeeping and supporting senior staff accountants in the preparation of client tax returns.

Alex is a Staff Accountant with The Hechtman Group, where he prepares various types of tax returns for individuals, trusts, partnerships, corporations, and estates as well as conducts year-end planning for clients.

After interning for two consecutive tax seasons, Diana joined The Hechtman Group as a Staff Accountant, bringing a thoughtful and organized approach to her work.

Mariam is a dedicated Junior Analyst at The Hechtman Group, where she brings her passion for learning and attention to detail to every tax return, she prepares, helping clients navigate their financial needs with confidence and care.

Aracely is a C.A.S Supervisor with 18 years of experience in bookkeeping and accounting. She has worked with a diverse range of small businesses across different industries.

Carissa is CAS Supervisor, working directly with clients to help their businesses report accurate financial statements and records. Her focus is improving client accounting operations and processes as well as internal client processes.

Native Chicagoan Daniela is a Client Advisory Services (CAS) specialist with over 16 years of experience in accounting. Optimize your CAS strategy with a conversation with Daniela and The Hechtman Group.

Meg is a as Client Advisory Services Lead providing outsourced accounting services to small businesses.

Karen is a Client Advisory Services (CAS) specialist who provides family practice clients with personalized accounting support based on the client’s individual needs.

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Oksana is a CAS Specialist with The Hechtman Group, where she specializes in assisting clients who are utilizing the firm’s accounting, CFO, and Controller outsourcing services.

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Lynette is a CAS Specialist at The Hechtman Group, where she applies her expertise in bookkeeping and client support to ensure smooth and efficient service, always focused on making a positive impact on her clients’ success.

Kelly is the HR Assistant at The Hechtman Group, where she supports the human resource department on various initiatives and daily activities.

Cathy is the internal bookkeeper and Client Advisory Services (CAS) specialist with The Hecthman Group. In addition to supporting daily internal activities, she assists clients with questions regarding billing and payments.

Julie is a tax administrator, assisting clients with tax preparation forms and e-filing of tax returns for processing with the IRS.  Contact Julie for guidance on e-filing your return.

Maggie joined The Hechtman Group in 2019 as the executive assistant to managing partner Jim Hechtman and has recently transitioned to Office Manager.

Kristine Williamson joined The Hechtman Group in 2025 as an Executive Assistant and is currently in training, supporting the team with a wide variety of administrative and client-facing responsibilities.