Lauren Kovar

Managing Partner @Copper Owl Accounting & Tax

Homer Glen, IL, US
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WORK HISTORY

Nov 2024 — Present

Managing Partner @Copper Owl Accounting & Tax

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Founder of Copper Owl, a firm that breaks the mold of traditional CPA services. Built on the belief that business owners shouldn’t have to navigate financial complexities alone, we deliver expert accounting, tax, bookkeeping, and advisory services designed to help clients streamline operations, maintain compliance, and focus on what truly matters—their business.

EDUCATION

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Oakland University

BS, Accounting

SKILLS

Sec FilingsTax TechnologySapMergers & AcquisitionsExecutive ManagementU.s. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (Gaap)General LedgerStrategyUs GaapSarbanes-Oxley ActFinancial ReportingManagement ConsultingBusiness ProcessProcess ImprovementAuditingBusiness Process ImprovementManagementInternal ControlsCpaTax PreparationAccountingCorporate TaxErpStrategic Financial PlanningFinanceManagerial FinanceLeadershipTax

ABOUT LAUREN KOVAR

I don’t just run businesses – I redefine them. I possess a rare gift as both a strategist and tactician with an uncanny ability to see things that others cannot. I envision the answer, design the path, build the structure, inspire the team, and deliver transformative outcomes. I solve problems.I am an expert in business operations, transformation, technology strategy and finance improvement. I am an accomplished CPA and consultant with experience in accounting, tax, finance, planning and audit. My expertise covers the broad landscape of tax and beyond to areas of general process automation and data management. Before joining Thomson Reuters, I developed and led the Global Tax Technology function for General Motors after migrating from a technical M&A accounting role. In the past, I have worked with Finance and ERP systems, general ledger accounting and reporting, and operational finance. I started my career at KPMG in audit.I have been recognized professionally with the AICPA’s Standing Ovation Award, on CPA Practice Advisor’s 20 Under 40 list honoring Supporting Stars shaping the future of the accounting industry and am a recipient of the AICPA’s Women to Watch – Emerging Leader Award. I currently serves as vice-chair of the Board of Directors of the Mental Health Association of Greater Chicago and Treasurer of the Parent Faculty Association.Specialties: Business Operations and Systems Management Accounting, Tax, Financial Planning, Audit Consulting Services Leadership Accounting and Tax Systems Expertise Process Reengineering and Innovation Mergers and Acquisitions Operational Strategy and Execution Strategic Planning and Transformation

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