Natalie Buist

natalie.buist@darkhorse.cpa

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Staff Accountant

HOMETOWN

Jacksonville, FL

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

1

EDUCATION

Choose to be Optimistic, it feels better - Dalai Lama, XIV

Natalie brings a passion for numbers and problem-solving to everything she does. Her interest in accounting was sparked during her time at Paxon School for Advanced Studies, where she earned an International Baccalaureate diploma and discovered her love for math. She went on to pursue her accounting degree at Florida State College at Jacksonville while working full-time in the field—an experience that deepened both her knowledge and her dedication to the profession.

Natalie enjoys the challenge of uncovering solutions, identifying patterns, and piecing together financial puzzles. Her analytical mindset and attention to detail drive up the level of her work. She uses this outside of the workplace too, making spreadsheets and budgets to make her life smoother.

Outside of work, Natalie shares her home with her fiancé and their three (very spoiled) cats. In her free time, she enjoys crocheting, reading, and exploring new recipes or local food spots. She also loves to travel and enjoys being an annual passholder to multiple theme parks.

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Nancy R.

I have used James Larsen as my CPA for many years and am confident in his work ethic and tax knowledge.

Kyle T.

With our prior accountant we didn't feel we were receiving adequate tax guidance and felt we were always paying more than our fair share of taxes. We have been very pleased with the service we have received with Adam Ripperdan. He has taken the time to review in detail our current situation and upcoming plans. With that information he has helped us create tax strategies for our businesses, investments, and personal taxes that not only help us save on taxes but also helps us plan for the future. I highly recommend Dark Horse CPAs.

Patrick W.

I was referred to Max by a friend who is also a small business owner. I was definitely in need of direction when it came to my finances. After speaking with Max I was able to understand how I can be efficient in the accounting side of my business and he and his team is there to guide me every step of the way. I'm now confident I have the right team watching my books I highly recommend Max and Dark Horse CPAs.

Marisa M.

I had the pleasure of working with Stella and she was absolutely incredible. I had received what I suspected was bad advice from a previous tax preparer, and I was looking for another professional opinion on a specific tax situation. I found Dark Horse and Stella and I couldn't be happier. Stella confirmed what I had suspected about the previous tax situation being handled incorrectly by my former preparer at a different firm, and helped me fix the problem. Stella was prompt, exceedingly professional, and actually took the time to explain everything. Prices for services are fair. I am thrilled to have found a knowledgeable, trustworthy tax advisor and I look forward to continue working with Stella in the future.

Susan H.

Megan, Kim and staff were very prompt filing our business and personal taxes. The secure email site to upload our documents was very user friendly. The staff was also extremely prompt answering our questions through email and on the phone. In addition, Megan met with us personally a couple of times several months in advance to map out a plan for our business and personal taxes. Thank you all!

Quinn R.

We signed on with Adam's accounting group after bouncing around trying to find the right 'fit' with other companies. I knew immediately that we found what we needed when Adam took the time to sit down and talk to me about my business, my plans, my goals and where I wanted my company to be in the next 2, 5, 10 years. Adam and his team are responsive - and by that, I mean proactive - which is probably the single best reason to use Dark Horse. After 8 years and 3 different accounting firms we found what we need with Dark Horse.