Ameena graduated from ODU in 2002 with a B.S. in Accounting. Ameena started in tax preparation and bookkeeping in 1993 working for her dad's firm for eight years. She then worked as an Accountant for a local CPA firm for 2 years before going out on maternity leave to have her son, Conner in 2004. The intention was for her to go back to her career but she found that her priorities had shifted and that going back to work was no longer the plan, at least not right away. She then had twin girls in 2005 and with both of the girls having medical issues, the idea of working outside the home seemed almost impossible. It was then that Ameena realized that since she already had 10 years of experience with accounting and taxes, she should go into business for herself. What started as a small business in her home has grown into a successful business with six employees and many individual and corporate tax clients. Ameena is a member of the National Association of Tax Professionals and is on the board of Cerebral Palsy of Virginia. When not working, Ameena enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and watching movies.

"Find a job you love and you'll never work a day in your life." - Confucious​

John was born and raised in Edenton, North Carolina. He has 20+ years of Navy experience including living overseas in Spain, England, and the Middle East. After retiring from the military, he opened a local small business, “Personal Tax Service, Inc.” which provided payroll and bookkeeping services as well as personal and corporate tax preparation. After 20 years of providing outstanding accounting services to the local community, John decided to retire again. We are very lucky to have him and his vast experience on the Lewis Accounting & Tax Service team.

John and his wife enjoy traveling. They have explored Australia, Canada, England, Scotland, and most recently have completed a 6,600-mile driving trip to the Grand Canyon.

"Don’t Worry Be Happy" - Meher Baba

Bernice joined our team in December 2016. She has 13+ years of banking experience as well as 4 years of experience assisting clients with real estate legal needs. She has embraced the customer service environment of our company and looks forward to building individual relationships with our clients.

Bernice will be assisting our payroll and bookkeeping clients and will soon expand her knowledge into individual tax preparation.

She is the loving mother to 2 girls who live in Pensacola, FL, and 2 stepdaughters from Virginia. She and her husband enjoy wine tasting and taking advantage of the many art venues in our area. She has found great pleasure in nurturing and spoiling her two fur-babies Marcos and Isabela.

“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take your breath away.” - Unknown

Casey joined the Lewis Accounting team in January 2022 as our receptionist. She has 8 years of customer service experience and has most recently been working in the dental field and has a degree from ECPI in dental assisting. Although a resident of Chesapeake, where she lives with her two kids, and Jack Russell pup, Winston, Casey is originally from upstate, New York but has lived in 6 different US states, with her favorite being Colorado. Casey is looking forward to learning and assisting clients in any way that she can. In her free time, Casey enjoys watching Netflix and spending time with family.

“It’s not enough to stare up the steps, we must step up the stairs”  - Vaclav Havel

Rebecca has over 15 years’ experience in the banking field and most recently as a bookkeeper for commercial real estate and construction. A native of Chesapeake, she spends much of her time serving the community through Meals on Wheels and other community outreach for the elderly and homeless. She and her husband also spend much of their time with animal rescue initiatives whether furred, scaled, or feathered, and spoiling their collection of cats and dogs. Rebecca is excited to become part of the team at Lewis Accounting team! 

“You have no control over the hand that life deals you, but how you play that hand is entirely up to you” - Voltaire

James (Jay) Lewis has been mostly behind the scenes since the beginning of Lewis Accounting, although some of you may have seen him helping out at the reception desk on Saturdays during tax season.  Jay does all of the IT work for Lewis Accounting and does a great job making sure all the computer, printers and any other equipment stays up and running.  He also does all of this while still working a full-time job supporting Search & Rescue Operations for the US Coast Guard.   Jay worked at the Norfolk Ford Assembly Plant for 12 years before it closed in 2007.  He then went to ECPI and obtained a degree in Computer Science and currently works for SydanTech, Inc. as a Systems Administrator. We are so grateful to have him here supporting us.

"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." -Benjamin Franklin​

Michelle joined the Lewis Accounting & Tax Service team in 2013 after a lengthy and successful career in retail management.  Michelle’s duties at the firm include bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and tax return preparation. Michelle has successfully completed numerous accounting courses; she routinely attends professional conferences with NATP to remain current on tax policies and is focused on providing outstanding service to our clients.

Michelle is a boating enthusiast and devotes her personal time to animal rescue.

“Never confuse movement with action.” – Ernest Hemingway

Katrina joined Lewis Accounting as a tax preparer in 2017. She brings to our team her extensive experience in financial services, gained from her roles as a branch manager for Chevy Chase Bank and as a tax preparer for a well-known national tax preparation franchise.  Additionally, Katrina has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Mary Washington.

Although a Chesapeake native, Katrina left the area to pursue her educational and professional opportunities.  Fortunately for our team, she returned to Chesapeake to be closer to family and friends.  In her spare time, Katrina enjoys exploring the cultural activities offered by our community and relaxing with a good book.  A true renaissance woman, Katrina is also a licensed realtor with Rose and Womble in Chesapeake.

Ashley Satterwhite joined the Lewis Accounting team in the Fall of 2022 after being highly recommended by a fellow Rotary member. Ashley has become an amazing team member in a short time learning tax returns and bookkeeping. We are not only impressed by her past accomplishments and eagerness to learn something new, but also by her team spirit and positive attitude. When not at work, Ashley and her husband enjoy spending time with their kids supporting their many activities and, cheering them on from the sidelines. 

“You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. Please remember that your difficulties do not define you. They simply strengthen your ability to overcome. – Maya Angelou”

Morgan joined the Lewis Accounting team in March of 2023 as our Receptionist. She came to us with 7 years of administrative experience from her family’s construction business. Before starting here she was a medical assistant for a local ear nose, and throat specialist. In April of 2023, Morgan married her wonderful husband, Cameron. They recently closed on their home where they live with their spunky cat Banshee. Morgan has a hidden talent for song, enjoys time spent with family and friends, and looks forward to the start of her family with Cameron. Morgan enjoys working with our clients and looks forward to gaining knowledge, along with experience in our field.

“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” C.S. Lewis