Meet the Team!

CO-FOUNDER, PARTNER

As Co-Founder of Virtual Accounting Advisors LLC, Michael McDonough has over 30 years of experience in finance and accounting. He has worked in large regional accounting firms as well as private industry, providing accounting and business advisory services, tax planning, and preparation.

Mike has helped small and medium-sized companies at all stages, from startups implementing business plans and accounting systems to businesses navigating transitions such as sales or succession.

Mike was born and raised in Marshfield, Massachusetts, and is a Certified Public Accountant in the state of Massachusetts. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Management Science and Accounting from Bridgewater State University and his Master’s of Taxation from Northeastern University.

Outside of work, Mike enjoys boating and spending time with his wife and two children in Maine.

CO-FOUNDER, MANAGING PARTNER

As Managing Partner of Virtual Accounting Advisors LLC, Jennifer Banner brings over 15 years of accounting experience to the businesses that VAA serve.

Born and raised in southeastern Virginia and now based in Kentucky, Jen has built her career helping small to medium-sized businesses streamline their finances and grow with confidence.

Jen is a Certified Public Bookkeeper and specializes in one of her favorite areas of accounting—cleanup work, from small to large projects that bring clarity and order to financial records.

What Jen enjoys most about this profession is working closely with her team and clients to provide reliable, accurate bookkeeping support that allows them to focus on running their businesses.

Outside of work, Jen enjoys spending time with her family and their German Shepherd, Lexi.

CLIENT SERVICES MANAGER

As Lead Bookkeeper at Virtual Accounting Advisors LLC, Laura Lambertson has over 20 years of experience in the accounting field. Her love for numbers started early in life, and she has always found comfort in the honesty and consistency of math.

After spending much of her career in traditional, high-impact roles, Laura embraced the shift to virtual accounting and furthered her education by earning her Certified Public Bookkeeper license.

At Virtual Accounting Advisors, Laura gets to combine her passion for numbers with helping business owners save valuable time so they can focus on running and growing their businesses.

Outside of work, Laura loves to travel, with a personal goal of visiting one new country each year — so far, she has marked seven off her list (only 188 to go!)

JUNIOR BOOKKEEPER

As Junior Bookkeeper at Virtual Accounting Advisors LLC, Melissa Fryman brings a unique background in accounting and public service.

Before joining the team, she spent 15 years at the Internal Revenue Service, gaining experience in multiple divisions including Data Transcriber, Accounting Technician, and the Lien Department. During that time, I also completed Accounting 1 & 2 courses, which gave her a solid foundation in the field.

After Melissa’s tenure at the IRS, she pursued a new path by establishing an agricultural business on her 30-acre farm in Butler, Kentucky. This experience strengthened my problem-solving skills and deepened my appreciation for hands-on work and the outdoors.

Outside of work, Melissa enjoys fishing, frisbee golf, and cheering on University of Kentucky basketball and the Cincinnati Bengals. As a lifelong Northern Kentucky resident, she loves sharing local favorites — such as the goetta and chili dogs!

SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR

As Support Administrator at Virtual Accounting Advisors LLC, Barbara Gilmartin brings years of experience in accounting and operational support, including roles in inventory control, accounting supervision, and program deployment. She has expertise in Excel, SAP, Oracle, and QuickBooks, which helps her keep the team running smoothly and efficiently.

Outside of work, Barbara enjoys spending time with family, crafting original quilt designs, and supporting her community as Treasurer of the GFWC Women’s Club of Labelle, Florida.