Certified Hawaii Introduces James Brese as Branch Controller

HONOLULU--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Certified Hawaii, an Associa company, proudly announces the addition of James Brese as branch controller, where he will be responsible for providing accounting and financial services to Certified’s clients and the branch itself.

“He has a strong accounting leadership background, having been successful in various roles and industries, and I am enormously proud to welcome him to the team as we continue to grow in Hawaii.”

“James is an innovative and forward-thinking professional with 25 years of knowledge and experience,” said Certified President and CEO Jon McKenna. “He has a strong accounting leadership background, having been successful in various roles and industries, and I am enormously proud to welcome him to the team as we continue to grow in Hawaii.”

Prior to joining Certified, Brese served as manager of finance at APS Healthcare, Inc., where he was responsible for leading and managing the budgeting/forecasting, financial analysis, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash and facilities management for the local office. Additionally, he worked with corporate finance, accounting and IT departments to identify and modify issues and efficiencies of the financial system in order to improve its current system functions.

Brese received his bachelor of science degree with a double major in accounting and business administration from Southeastern Oklahoma State University and his master of business administration from Chaminade University of Honolulu.

Providing quality professional management services to homeowners in communities on the five islands, Certified Hawaii is a recipient of the coveted Accredited Association Management Company (AAMC) designation from the Community Associations Institute (CAI). To learn more visit www.certifiedhawaii.com or find them on Facebook by visiting www.Facebook.com/CertifiedHawaii.

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