Our Values
Our firm provides outstanding service to our clients because of our dedication to the three underlying principles of professionalism, responsiveness and quality.
PROFESSIONALISM
Our firm is one of the leading firms in the area. By combining our expertise, experience and the energy of our staff, each client receives close personal and professional attention.
Our high standards, service and specialized staff spell the difference between our outstanding performance, and other firms. We make sure that every client is served by the expertise of our whole firm.
RESPONSIVENESS
Our firm is responsive. Companies who choose our firm rely on competent advice and fast, accurate personnel. We provide total financial services to individuals, large and small businesses and other agencies.
To see a listing of our services, please take a moment and look at our services page. Because we get new business from the people who know us best, client referrals have fueled our growth in recent years.
Through hard work, we have earned the respect of the business and financial communities. This respect illustrates our diverse talents, dedications and ability to respond quickly.
QUALITY
An accounting firm is known for the quality of its service. Our firm’s reputation reflects the high standards we demand of ourselves.
Our primary goal as a trusted advisor is to be available and to provide insightful advice to enable our clients to make informed financial decisions. We do not accept anything less from ourselves and this is what we deliver to you.
We feel it is extremely important to continually professionally educate ourselves to improve our technical expertise, financial knowledge and service to our clients.
Our high service quality and “raving fan” clients are the result of our commitment to excellence.
We will answer all your questions, as they impact both your tax and financial situations. We welcome you to contact us anytime.
Staff Profiles
Ben Romine CPA, EA MBA
Ben started his career with The Romine Group in 1994 setting up clients’ accounting records on computerized accounting software. Now Ben specializes in working with agricultural and small business clients. In 2004, Ben completed his bachelor’s in accounting and his MBA in 2009 from Indiana Wesleyan University. Ben is a part of the QuickBooks Pro Advisor program and is proficient in Sage and Red Wing Accounting Software. He has stayed active in his hometown of Columbia City by serving as the past president of the Columbia City Rotary Club, board member of Whitley County Small Business Incubation program, finance committee member of Passages, member of the Redevelopment Commission, member of the Columbia City Volunteer Fire Department, member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Indiana CPA Society and the Farm Financial Standards Council. Ben is an avid baseball fan and enjoys spending time with this family and gardening.
Email: ben@rominegroupcpas.com
Linda Kirby CPA
Linda has been an invaluable part of The Romine Group for 22 years. She has brought with her the experience she has learned while with Central Soya Company, D.O McComb and Sons Funeral Home, Woodburn Auto Sales and more. Linda received a BSBA Degree from the University of Missouri-St Louis and has earned her CPA designation. In her free time, Linda enjoys the theatre, traveling, listening to and playing music.
Email: linda@rominegroupcpas.com
Christy Brower Tomson
Christy became a crucial part of The Romine Group’s Warsaw team in 2020. She graduated from Huntington University with a bachelor’s in Mathematics Education. Christy has spent over 6 years at a tax and financial service office as well as having a diverse work history that includes everything from teaching and coaching to social work, accounting and office administration work. In her spare time, Christy enjoys spending time with her family and friends, baking and helping others.
Email: christy@rominegroupcpas.com
Emily Lantz
Emily started working for The Romine Group alongside her father Dan while she was in high school. Over the last 16 years, Emily has taken on various roles within the company. She received her associates in Accounting while attending Ivy Tech. In her free time, Emily enjoys spending time with her family including her son and husband.
Email: emily@rominegroupcpas.com
Chase Twibell
Chase brought his talent to The Romine Group in 2020. In the four years prior, Chase worked at Poet as a key part of their accounting team. Chase graduated from Ball State University with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Business Administration. In his spare time, Chase enjoys hanging out on the lake on a hot summer day with his wife and 2 lovable dogs as well as watching sports and trying to catch the big one.
Email: chase@rominegroupcpas.com