She earned both her Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Masters of Science in Tax Accounting from Michigan State University. Lesley previously interned with Simplified during her Masters program in 2010. After graduating, Lesley returned to her hometown of Grand Rapids to work for BDO USA, LLP. Lesley spent three years with BDO gaining experience with both business and personal income tax, focusing on family wealth and high net worth individuals. Lesley left BDO as a Senior Tax Associate and returned to the Simplified team in June 2013. While taxes are her first love, Lesley also enjoys reading, travel, the Spartans, and a good cup of coffee.