MEET THE TEAM

Get to know the dedicated professionals who are committed to guiding you through the complexities of financial management. Each team member is here to ensure your business thrives, providing the expertise and personalized support you need for financial success and peace of mind.

OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

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Rishabh Jain, CPA

As the Managing Partner at Chief Financial Partners, Rishabh leads the team in providing fractional CFO and accounting services to a diverse range of clients—from individual freelancers to restaurant chains and Series C startups. His goal is to empower businesses with the financial clarity and strategic insight needed to thrive.

Previously, Rishabh served as a controller for a large SaaS company and a national healthcare administration firm, where he specialized in Accounting Management, Financial Strategy, Treasury Management, Internal Audit, Financial Reporting, Multi-Channel Revenue Development, and Process Automation.

His career also includes experience at a Big 4 accounting firm, where he delivered financial reporting services to a wide portfolio of companies, from ambitious startups to industry giants like Amazon. Earlier in his career, Rishabh founded and managed a technology startup that developed restaurant technology automation and provided financial strategy management for full-service restaurants.

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Anju Jain, EA

Anju Jain, EA serves as the Accounting and Tax Lead at Chief Financial Partners, where she oversees a team of 8 accountants and handles all federal income tax matters, including complex and international tax returns. Her team provides a range of services including bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, and income tax.

Anju is dedicated to ensuring exceptional client satisfaction. She understands that tax laws can be complex and overwhelming for many individuals and businesses. It gives her immense satisfaction to simplify this process for her clients, guiding them through the complexities and helping them tackle this stressful task with confidence.

With 18 years of experience as a Tax Advisor, Anju has handled complex returns, different stock treatments, capital gains, business tax matters, and rental income issues. Her extensive expertise includes managing complex and international tax issues.

Anju holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance and a Enrolled Agent certification. She is a highly qualified Enrolled Agent, underscoring her expertise in federal and international tax matters.

Visith Sengsirirak, PMP

As an Operations and Project Manager, Visith brings a wealth of experience from the property management industry, coupled with a proven track record of successful project completions. With over a decade of industry experience, he has honed his expertise in business improvement and process enhancements.

Visith’s educational background includes a Certificate in Project Management from the University of Washington and a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI). These credentials, combined with his extensive on-the-ground experience, have shaped his ability to drive company goals through consistent, organized, and efficient project management practices.

His approach is both strategic and organized, yet flexible enough to adapt to the unique requirements of each project. Visith is committed to delivering results that align with your business goals and objectives. Contact him today to see how he can drive your project to success.

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Chun Li

As Chief Financial Partner’s Digital Marketing Director, Chun allows our clients to thrive in the digital landscape. Her team is obsessed with assuring clients’ SEO, SEM, social media, and websites are optimized and deliver the results they require.

Committed to connecting business owners to the digital world, Chun helps clients navigate a complex subject with devoted guidance. With a background in sales, Chun brings that same tenacious and driven energy into each project and is determined to build clients’ sustainable web presences that deliver measurable results.

When she’s not working, Chun loves hiking and exploring the PNW with her family. As an avid photographer, she enjoys capturing the beauty of nature and sharing her photos on social media.

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Wes McBride

Marketing Analysis Specialist

Wes McBride brings an extensive background in sales and marketing across multiple industries to Chief Financial Partners. His deep understanding of systems and the latest marketing technologies allows him to implement innovative strategies for customer acquisition.

Wes’s commitment to providing an honest and transparent marketing approach aligns perfectly with the values of CFP, making him an invaluable asset to our team.

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Rashida Sigmond

Controller/CFO

As a strategic fractional CFO, Rashida specializes in guiding small to medium-sized businesses through financial complexities, with a focus on scalability, efficiency, and capitalizing on growth opportunities.

With over 15 years of financial leadership experience, combined with CPA and MBA credentials, Rashida brings a unique blend of entrepreneurial innovation and corporate strategy. This comprehensive approach allows businesses to navigate today’s complex business landscape with confidence.

Rashida has successfully managed the intricacies of financial regulation in large corporations and led growth strategies for small businesses. Her expertise in financial strategy development and system implementation, coupled with a strong foundation in building business relationships and team leadership, equips her to support sound executive decision-making.

Committed to leveraging her diverse experience, Rashida ensures that businesses thrive in evolving markets, achieving both financial health and operational success.

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Desi Saran

Desi Saran is our Hospitality and Franchise Expert. With an MBA in Finance from Rutgers, he also serves as a Fractional CFO for companies in the Hospitality, Events Management, and Small Business Sectors.

Desi Saran has a decade of experience in the Hospitality industry, franchising two fast-casual concepts and opening over 30 restaurants. He has also helped businesses in different sectors become Franchisors and scale.

He is very knowledgeable on Franchisor and Restaurant Accounting and Finance principles.

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Kitriel Alkilhlil, CFO

Kitriel brings over 31 years of experience in managing finance and compliance for small to medium-sized businesses. As a CFO for over 25 years, she has guided companies through financial complexities, focusing on restructuring operations, capitalizing business assets, and driving organizations from loss to profitability.
 
Her expertise spans financial, tax, and legal compliance across industries such as wholesale distribution, SaaS, cybersecurity, healthcare, and retail. Kitriel holds degrees in economics and business management, along with nine master’s degrees, including an MBA in Finance and MS in Forensic Data Technology.
 
She is dedicated to helping businesses achieve profitable growth through strategic financial leadership.
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Devin W. Craig

M&A Broker

Devin W. Craig specializes in mergers and acquisitions, leveraging his experience in corporate America and firsthand success in buying and selling businesses. Passionate about educating business owners, he actively invests in courses, masterminds, and resources to stay at the forefront of M&A strategies. His client-focused approach ensures entrepreneurs are well-prepared for buying, selling, or investing in small to mid-sized companies. 

He is also the founder of SDG, a holding company focused on acquiring and growing small businesses. Through SDG, Devin partners with business owners to drive sustainable growth, maximize value, and create long-term success in the companies he invests in.