Matt Leach, administrator of the Dalby, Wendland & Co. accounting and consulting firm based in Grand Junction, has received the Public Accounting Firm Manager certification.

The CPA Firm Management Association awards the designation to professionals who’ve demonstrated competency and experience.

“Matt has been an integral part of our operation’s leadership team,” said Chris West, chief executive officer of Dalby, Wendland & Co. “Obtaining accreditation as a PAFM provides Matt inclusion with the most accomplished firm managers in our industry.”

Leach brings to his duties experience as a financial statement auditor, client accounting services director and administrator for an accounting firm in south-central Colorado. His administrative background includes business management, human resources and information technology. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Adams State University. 

Dalby, Wendland & Co. offers accounting, bookkeeping, business consulting and other services with offices in Grand Junction as well as Aspen, Glenwood Springs, Montrose, Rifle and Telluride. For more information, call 243-1921 or visit www.DalbyCPA.com.