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

Christie joined the Lewis Accounting team in November 2024 as a bookkeeper and payroll specialist. She is a native of Chesapeake and has lived in Virginia her entire life. She graduated from CNU with a B.S. in Accounting and brings over 8 years of experience in bookkeeping. When she is not at work, Christie enjoys spending time outside with her husband and children. Some of their favorite activities involve spending time at the beach and camping with friends & family.

“Be where your feet are” - Unknown

Mikayla joined Lewis Accounting in July 2024 as our receptionist. She has 5 years of customer service experience with a customer service certificate. She previously worked as a medical assistant/receptionist and a front coordinator at Mister Jims. Mikayla lives with her boyfriend, Travon, and her dog and cat, Armani and Jack in Chesapeake. She was a military brat and has lived in five different states up until her family planted roots in Chesapeake. In her free time, Mikayla loves to spend time with loved ones and watch movies! She is very excited about learning new things and about her future with us at Lewis Accounting. 

“Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.”

― Bernard M. Baruch

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”

John joined the Lewis Accounting Team in the Fall of 2023.   He came to us with 5 years of tax preparation experience and good business credentials.  He earned his BS degree in Business Management from West Virginia Institute of Technology in 1979 and an MBA from ODU in 1986.  

John spent the first 35 years of his career working in various manufacturing engineering and planning management positions at Newport News Shipbuilding.  After retiring from the shipyard in 2017, John pursued his lifelong passions of financial planning and tax preparation.  He truly enjoys turning a client’s stack of complex records and tax documents into an organized and accurate tax return.

John and his wife Joyce are long-time residents of Chesapeake.  In his spare time, John enjoys gardening, Do-it-Yourself home improvement projects, genealogy, and coin collecting.

Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do. - Anonymous