RKL Welcomes Four New Members to Firm Partnership

In January 2024, RKL LLP, a leading accounting and business consulting firm based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, announced the promotion of four professionals to its partnership. Effective January 1, 2024, the new partners are: 

• Walter Goodfield: Serving as Chief Business Officer for RKL eSolutions, Goodfield is responsible for driving customer success and revenue growth through new customer acquisition and managing strategic partner alliances. With nearly 30 years of experience, he has a proven track record in helping business leaders solve challenges through automation and optimization. Prior to joining RKL in 2014, Goodfield managed sales and delivery teams at three of the world’s largest mid-market software publishers. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Cleveland State University. 
• Cliff Horst: As the Sage X3 Practice Director with RKL eSolutions, Horst oversees X3 consulting implementations, customizations, and support activities. He also holds expertise in various platforms, including SQL Server, Crystal Reports, Sage 500, Salesforce, and Slack. With over 25 years of IT consulting experience, Horst is dedicated to building relationships with clients and finding better ways to achieve their organizational goals. 
• Thomas Kaizar, CPA, MST: As a partner in the tax services group, Kaizar has developed a skill set in tax planning and compliance services that lends itself well to working with clients across various industries. He has recently specialized in working with health care industry clients to refine financial and operational processes. Joining RKL as an associate in 2015, Kaizar also works with companies in the real estate and manufacturing and distribution industries. 
• Stephane Smith, SPHR, SHRM-SCP: As Vice President of Workforce Strategies for RKL Virtual Management Solutions, Smith directs the firm’s comprehensive suite of outsourced HR, payroll, and compensation analysis services. She leads a team of HR advisors who fill key roles for employers, including payroll processing, compensation analysis, performance management, compliance, recruitment, and complete outsourcing of the HR function. For over two decades, Smith has helped employers effectively manage their workforce, drive growth, and achieve organizational goals. 

These promotions reflect RKL's commitment to recognizing and advancing the talents of its professionals, ensuring the firm continues to provide exceptional service to its clients across various industries.