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Bookkeeping Made Human

We help small businesses in the Rogue Valley bring order to their finances—so you can stress less and focus on what you love.

With a friendly, no-judgment approach, we make bookkeeping feel approachable and even fun (yes, really!). Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, we’re here to keep your numbers in check, your payroll running smoothly, and your mind at ease.

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Why Choose Us?

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More Than Just Numbers

We bring a human touch to bookkeeping, with a team that’s as compassionate as we are experienced.

A Real Partnership

We don’t just balance your books—we check in regularly, help you plan for the future, and make sure you always feel supported.

We Actually Answer the Phone

Prompt, reliable email and phone support—because your questions deserve answers.

Bonus? Office Dogs.

(Because everything is better with a wagging tail.)

Customized Solutions

No one-size-fits-all bookkeeping. We tailor our services to your unique business needs.

Bookkeeping doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

Let’s make it simple.

What We Do

Frequently asked questions

Will I feel judged for how messy my books are?

No way! We’ve seen it all, and we’re here to help. No shame, no judgment—just solutions.

What if I need more than basic bookkeeping?

We offer custom solutions that grow with you—whether you need payroll, AR/AP management, or strategic consulting.

Can you handle complex or high-volume accounts?

Absolutely. We thrive on untangling chaos and making big operations run smoothly; whether you’re handling a dozen employees or a million-dollar budget.

Meet Our Team

Principal Bookkeeper

Katherine Archer

Kat started Rogue Payroll & Bookkeeping in 2016. She has almost 20 years of accounting experience in a variety of industries. With many years of tax preparation experience, Kat takes a holistic approach to developing payroll and bookkeeping systems for local small businesses. She is a Certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor.

Kat studied accounting and received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Southern Oregon University in 2010.

When she’s not working, Kat can be found spending time with her daughter and her pets, taking in live music and plays and enjoying the outdoors.

Bookkeeping Manager

Holly Young

Holly is a Quickbooks certified Proadvisor and Bookkeeping Manager at Rogue Payroll & Bookkeeping, where she has worked since 2021.

Holly enjoys working with diverse clientele of the Rogue Valley and addressing challenging bookkeeping needs. She has experience with small business administration and management for over 15 years, with the majority of her experience being in the medical and non-profit sectors. Holly also has dual B.A.’s in Psychology and Anthropology from Cal-Poly Humboldt.

When she is not busy crunching numbers or printing paychecks, Holly enjoys hiking out in nature with her dog Oscar, cooking delicious healthy food and making art.

Senior Bookkeeper

Tara Brasch

Tara began working at Rogue Payroll & Bookkeeping in 2020, and became a certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor in 2021.

She graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology with an emphasis in physical therapy and a Spanish minor degree at Washington State University in 2007. She received a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Eastern Washington University in 2012, and worked with patients in the Rogue Valley for seven years prior to working in the payroll and bookkeeping field.

She loves being outdoors and spending time with her family.

Associate Bookkeeper

Penelope Dews

Penelope Dews is a 5th generation Southern Oregonian. She has been an assistant bookkeeper at Rogue Payroll & Bookkeeping since 2022 and is a Certified Quickbooks Online ProAdvisor. 

Prior to joining RPB she was an office manager in a chiropractic office for 24 years. She has a BFA in Ceramic Sculpture from the San Francisco Art Institute.

On her days off she can be found sculpting and teaching at Bloom Pottery in Ashland. When not indoors, she is either gardening, skiing, kayaking or camping.

Senior Bookkeeper

Daniel Wells

Daniel joined Rogue Payroll & Bookkeeping in 2023. He brings to the table over 13 years of business and accounting experience from around the Rogue Valley. He has completed his Associates of Business and is transferring this fall to SOU to complete his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He is also a Certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor.

Daniel is happily married with two beautiful girls, two rottweilers, one cat and fish. He spends most of his time juggling work, school, and home. In his free time he enjoys hosting board game nights with his lovely wife and playing PC games with close friends.

Office Administrator

Cassandra L Nallia

Cassie joined Rogue Payroll & Bookkeeping in 2024 as the Office Administrator.  She is a Quickbooks Online Pro Advisor, as well as Payroll Certified. Cassie has taken numerous business courses that assist her in our daily operations. 

Cassie is happily married and has a 13 year old son. She spends her weekends at various sporting events, on the lake paddleboarding/camping or at home reading. She has 5 cats that she has rescued from various situations and hopes to one day have her own End of Life Sanctuary for elderly felines.

Associate Bookkeeper

Anna Sax

Anna began working at Rogue Payroll & Bookkeeping in 2024. She has previously worked in bookkeeping and customer service for 6 years and has worked on multiple platforms for bookkeeping.

She has taken classes for her Associate’s of Business, and will continue to  eventually earn her BS in Finance. Before joining RPB, she worked in the automotive accounting industry for 6 years.

While not working, she spends most of her time with friends, volunteering, traveling, and hiking to new places.

Associate Bookkeeper

Kaleen Mikesell

Kaleen joined Rogue Payroll & Bookkeeping in 2024.  She previously worked in corporate accounting for 6 years and co-owned a service contracting business with her husband for over 25 years.

She has 20+ years of experience with Quickbooks and is currently working toward her Quickbooks Online ProAdvisor certification.

Kaleen is married and has 3 grown sons and a rat terrier mix named Petey. She enjoys crocheting, cooking, gardening, and traveling to visit family and friends.

Office Dog

Jackson Archer

Jackson joined Rogue Payroll & Bookkeeping as a puppy in 2020. His responsibilities include greeting clients, photo bombing virtual meetings and taking inventory of snacks. 

He enjoys naps, swimming and squeaky toys.

Office Dog

Oscar Young

Oscar joined Rogue Payroll & Bookkeeping in 2021. He leads the safety committee, and enforces the belly-rub code which states that office dogs receive a belly rub every hour. 

He enjoys treats, modeling and naps.

Schedule a free consultation

and see if we’re the right fit for your business.

Visit Us

295 East Main Street #2, Ashland, OR

Call

541-816-8276

Email

kat@roguebookkeeping.com

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And yes, you might meet a friendly office dog when you stop by.
And yes, you might meet a friendly office dog when you stop by.