At Las Vegas-based Elite Way CPAs, we deeply value the relationships we foster. We see each client interaction as a collaborative partnership, firmly believing that our achievements are directly tied to your successes!
Astrid Lucas is a proud graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a Bachelor’s of Science in Accounting earning her CPA a few years after.
Committed to the success of businesses in her community, Astrid held tax and accounting roles across the Valley prior to starting her own firm 9 years go. Her career in accounting started 17 years ago working for medium to large size firms and specializing in analysis of business and high net worth taxation. She has worked with businesses that started from the ground level to building a net worth of over a hundred million dollars and up.
In all of her roles, Astrid has worked closely with countless business-owners and entrepreneurs with one goal in mind: to ensure that her clients met their short and long term goals . Now a veteran in her field, Astrid has gathered a wealth of experience that spans across comprehensive tax structuring and planning, international individual, corporate, partnership, and nonprofit income tax returns and IRS representation.
Astrid has developed a circle Las Vegas legal and other business professionals to assist her clients with high level accounting needs, estate planning, financial advising, complex tax structuring and much more. With you and your business’ success in mind, Astrid is committed to serving as your trusted tax and business advisor and long term partner.
Currently Astrid is furthering her education by completing her Masters in Accounting because she understands the importance of learning and growing for the benefit of her client.
Bob graduated with honors from the University of California at Berkeley with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a field of emphasis in accounting. Bob started his career with one of the top CPA firms in the country (now KPMG) working in both the audit and tax departments. Bob left public accounting to work for an international Fortune 100 Company, first in corporate accounting, then external reporting, and finally as corporate controller of the Oakland California Real Estate division. He participated in multiple merger/acquisition/and divestiture transactions with that company. He moved on to work as the Assistant Controller for a Publicly Held High Tech Company.
Bob started his own practice in public accounting in 1984 and immediately recognized that the skills available for wealth building, ongoing strategic tax planning mergers, acquisition, etc. for large publicly held companies were not readily available for closely held businesses and their owners. Bob made his passion for developing those skills and offering them to closely held businesses and their shareholder as a primary focus of his practice.
Bob has joined the Elite Way team where his focus will continue to be on strategic tax planning and business combinations, in effect offering yet another quiver to the menu of services that Elite Way already offers.
Elaine Jenks, CPA, CGMA is a graduate of University of Nevada, Reno with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a major in accounting.
Elaine has been a licensed CPA since 1995 and holds licenses in Nevada, Idaho, and Montana. She has worked in public accounting since 1987 and has worked in both large, midsize, and small accounting firms, as well as heading up her own practice in Idaho for a dozen years before returning to Nevada where she worked for CLA, co-founded of a firm, and finally launched her own firm in 2022 here in Reno.
Elaine’s primary focus trusts and estates taxation.
She has been a board member of the Estate Planning Council of Northern Nevada since 2021, now serving her final board term as past president.
Elaine has joined the Elite Way team where she will continue to focus on trusts and estates.
At Elite Way CPAs, we stand by our mission, vision and value statements.
Elite Way CPAs aspires to be synonymous with excellence in every aspect of our work. Our aim is to consistantly maintain a stellar reputation by meeting or surpassing the needs and expectations of our clients, as their satisfaction is the true benchmark of our success.
Elite Way CPAs is anchored in the core values of Integrity, Commitment, Lifelong Learning, Innovation, and Teamwork. At the forefront is Integrity, ensuring we remain genuine to our principles. We stand by our words and actions, ensuring congruence between what we promise and what we deliver. Our commitment runs deep, with our clients’ success being the yardstick for Elite Way CPAs’ triumph.
In today’s swiftly evolving world, we recognize the need for relentless learning and agility to best serve our clients. Embracing Innovation is not just a value; it’s a necessity for refining our practices to stay ahead and remain impactful.
Our belief in Teamwork underscores the notion that collective efforts, harnessing the diverse strengths and expertise of our team, can achieve outcomes that far surpass individual endeavors.
We believe that selecting an accounting professional is a very personal choice. The accountant you will select will have a window into your finances. That’s why every client engagement starts with either an initial assessment of your business and/or individual financial situation to structure the right relationship going forward and to ensure we are the right fit for your needs.
Our client engagements are structured as on-going or annual programs, not one-off transactions. Why? Accounting clients like that we’re contributing to their business all year long, so that they can avoid the end-of-year panic most people associate with accounting.
We put a tremendous amount of emphasis on understanding your business and/or financial goals and we go out of our way to communicate all of our solutions clearly. To ensure that we’re always up-to-speed on the changes taking place in your business and/or finances, we require clients meet with us at least twice per year.
Graduated with my Master of Science in Accounting. I enjoy the accounting and tax profession because of its depth and complexity, which provide continuous opportunities for learning and growth.
Outside of work, I love staying active by playing tennis and practicing Pilates. Both activities give me a healthy balance to my professional life.
I have been working in the accounting and tax field for four years—one year at Sands Expo Accounting and the past three years at Eliteway CPAs. I enjoy accounting because it forms the foundation of a successful business journey. Clean and organized financials are crucial for accurate tax returns, and I find all aspects of tax work rewarding from start to finish.
I particularly enjoy the challenge of complex tax returns, as they push me to grow and refine my skills. While my academic background is in Criminal Justice, with both an associate and bachelor’s degree, that path ultimately led me to discover a passion for accounting and pursue an exciting new career in this field.
Outside of work, I enjoy attending church and spending quality time with my family. I’m married with two wonderful boys—one is ten years old and the other is just a year old—who keep life joyful and busy.
I have been in the accounting field for five years, with most of my experience focused on data entry. I enjoy this work because I’m detail-oriented and love the process of organizing numbers and making sure everything balances perfectly.
Outside of work, I spend most of my free time with my kids. I also enjoy trying new restaurants and binge-watching a good series.
Erin Terranova is a seasoned and highly accomplished Senior Accountant with over a decade of experience in client accounting, financial management and advisory services.
Known for her precision, professionalism, and strong client rapport, she excels in financial statement preparation, bookkeeping, sales tax compliance, and other required reporting. Erin has supported a wide range of clients, including high-net-worth individuals and multi-location organizations, providing valuable financial insights and hands-on guidance.
With a background in both public accounting and the private industry, Erin has played key roles in process improvements that enhance operational efficiency team training, and business development. She holds an MBA and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, and is proficient in multiple accounting platforms.
Erin’s dedication, expertise, and client-first mindset make her an invaluable part of the team.
To get in touch with Elite Way CPAs, just call 725-238-0738 or click the ‘Request a Consultation’ button below.
