Meet the Experts Behind Klingeman CPAs
Our team combines former IRS leadership with decades of public accounting experience. When you work with us, you get direct access to seasoned professionals who understand both sides of tax compliance.
Senior Team Members
Matt Klingeman
Founder and CPA
Matt holds a Master's in Business Taxation and is a former IRS manager with over 20 years of experience as a practicing CPA. His leadership and expertise guide our firm's day-to-day operations, with a primary focus on consulting and taxes.
Ronald J. Saffa
JD, CPA
Ron has been a Certified Public Accountant since 1974. He received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Accounting from Oklahoma State University. After his certification, he worked for 9 years for the Internal Revenue Service. In 1981, he received his Juris Doctor of Law from the University of Tulsa. In 1982, he was admitted to the Oklahoma Bar Association. In 1983, he was also admitted to the U.S. District Court, Northern and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma, the U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth and Federal Circuits, the U.S. Tax Court and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. Ronald was then admitted to the Supreme Court in 1985. In 2011, he was named one of the Super Lawyers of Oklahoma. His expertise lies in the areas of Federal Taxation and State Taxation.
Jeanette Ross
EA, CFE
As an Enrolled Agent and Certified Fraud Examiner, Jeanette specializes in tax representation and fraud prevention for our clients.
Patti Hall
CPA
Patti received her BBA, majoring in accounting, from the University of Tulsa. She is a CPA and worked for the IRS for 35 years. Her experience at the IRS included responsibility for small businesses, complex individual returns, large complex partnerships, and multi-national corporations.
Will Geier
CPA
Will spent over a decade at Ernst & Young specializing in complex oil and gas audits requiring deep industry expertise. He leads the firm's valuation and audit services.
Our Full Team
Mitch Ross
CPA
Mitch brings extensive experience in tax preparation and business consulting to our team, helping clients navigate complex financial challenges.
Blake Klingeman
CPA, MBA
Business Consulting, Operations Improvement, M&A. Over 20 years of experience in operations leading businesses. Blake clears paths for businesses and focuses on helping companies achieve goals through empowerment of people.
Carl Klingeman
Accountant
Tax preparation. 35+ years with the Washington State Department of Revenue.
Kristopher Klingeman
Accountant
Tax and Accounting. Southeastern Oklahoma State University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, currently taking the CPA exam.
Taylor Telford
Accountant and Office Manager
Rogers State University graduate with expertise in accounting, bookkeeping, management, and payroll services.
Mitch Levinson
Accountant
Mitch graduated with a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Oklahoma in 2016. He provides bookkeeping, payroll and accounts payable services to clients and small businesses. In his spare time, Mitch enjoys supporting the OKC Thunder and OU Sooners.
Brin Bedwell
Accountant
Brin graduated from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting in 2025. He is currently studying to obtain his CPA license.
What Sets Our Team Apart
Our unique combination of IRS experience and public accounting expertise means we can anticipate problems before they occur and navigate complex situations with confidence.
IRS Insider Knowledge
Former IRS management knows exactly how the agency operates and what triggers audits.
Advanced Education
Master's degrees in taxation and decades of continuing education keep us current.
Proven Results
100% success rate on IRS audits and negotiations with millions saved for clients.
Ready to Work with Our Team?
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your tax and accounting needs with one of our experienced professionals.