About Dr. Kim Riley, DBA, CPA, CFE, MBA

Bridging deep industrial experience with academic excellence to provide objective financial oversight.

Three Decades of Financial Expertise

Dr. Kim Riley is the owner of Kimberly Riley CPA and brings more than 30 years of experience in public accounting, corporate finance, consulting, and higher education. Her work is grounded in professional standards, independence, and objective analysis.

Throughout her career, Dr. Riley has served as a trusted advisor for organizations and legal professionals seeking independent financial insight. Her combined experience supports a practical and structured approach to financial reporting, investigation, and advisory engagements.

Dr. Kim Riley

Academic & Professional Designations

  • Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), Accounting
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), State of Ohio (Licensed since 1999)
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Corporate & Consulting Background

Earlier in her career, Dr. Riley spent over a decade with AlliedSignal (Honeywell), performing critical corporate finance and accounting functions, including inventory management, financial reporting, and multi-location payroll responsibilities. Her consulting work has supported organizations including Dow Chemical, Dynegy, Vistra, and Rumpke.

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Academic Leadership

With more than 25 years of experience in higher education, Dr. Riley has taught a wide range of graduate and undergraduate courses in auditing, forensic accounting, and taxation. She has served in leadership roles at Ohio University, including System Coordinator for the Bachelor of Science in Applied Management. 

AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE

  • Financial Reporting and Attestation Services
  • Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
  • Internal Controls and Compliance Monitoring
  • Corporate and Individual Taxation Analysis

Experience the Value of Independent Insight