A.J. Knapp

, CMA, CPA
Principal

AJ is a Principal at Rea with expertise in assurance services, specializing in not-for-profit organizations, Ohio Medicaid School Programs, peer reviews, and rural utility companies. Since joining Rea in 2010, AJ has earned his Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and graduated from both Rea NextGen and Leadership Holmes County programs. Based in Millersburg, he holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting from the University of Mount Union and an MBA from Ashland University. Clients value AJ’s technical expertise, accessibility, and ability to build trusted relationships. When not serving clients, AJ enjoys family time and Ohio State football.

What do clients enjoy about working with you?

I provide strong technical knowledge and am dependable and available anytime to meet and answer client questions. I also spend time with my clients to get to know them on a more personal level which helps them rely on me as a trusted advisor.

What is your favorite line from the Rea Way and why?

Invest in your family, your community and your future. My wife and 3 girls are the most important thing in my life and I appreciate that the Rea Way includes this and indicates family first. Growing up and living in a small community it is important to me that we as a firm give back to the communities we are in.

Professional Memberships

  • AICPA
  • OSCPA

Education + Credentials

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from University of Mount Union
  • Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Ashland University

Areas of Expertise

  • Assurance
  • Ohio Medicaid School Program AUPs
  • Peer Reviews
  • Rural Utility Companies

Notable Achievements

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Rea NextGen Graduate
  • Leadership Holmes County Graduate

Personal Insights

Weekend Hobby: Spending time with my family and watching Ohio State football games in the fall
Interesting Fact: I can solve the Rubik's Cube in under 2 minutes!

I am a dedicated and reliable professional who helps clients meet their needs, while also getting to know them on a personal level.

Year Started with Rea

2010
Millersburg
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