Stellar Standards. Stellar Results. Stellar Bookkeepers.
We provide comprehensive accounting services to the creative sector. No matter what level of support you need– we have your back. Our service offerings include training, controller services, payroll, invoicing, bill pay, reconciliation and more. Completely paperless.
Sarina Parachini
Sarina (she/her), President and fearless leader, founded Stellar with a vision of providing exceptional remote bookkeeping support to business owners across America's creative sector. With a background in cultural anthropology and the arts, Sarina demystifies the often overwhelming world of accounting. She is known for her passion for systems and processes. As President, she approaches her role as that of a steward, dedicated to nurturing the business in a holistic fashion, facilitating the optimal experience for her clients and team. Most importantly, she holds the title of Fastest Typist at Stellar (80+ WPM).
Outside of work, Sarina is a family woman who cherishes time with her two children. She is passionate about exercise, good food, creative and meditative practices, and connecting with the wonders of the natural world.
Kristina Ayres
Kristina (she/her) is the Vice President and a founding member of Stellar. With a degree in Human Services, she brings a wealth of expertise as a skilled bookkeeper and our dedicated payroll specialist, expertly managing essential operations across the organization. Known for her eagle eye for detail, Kristina is committed to providing exceptional service, particularly for our premium, high-touch clients.
In her free time, Kristina enjoys baking and decorating exquisite cakes, cherishing moments spent with her two young daughters. She loves exploring the great outdoors with her family, whether it’s hiking, camping, or simply soaking in the breathtaking beauty of their Northern California home.
Robin Santos
Robin (she/her) is a key member of the Stellar team, dedicated to enhancing our operational efficiency. With a rich background in hospitality, she brings impressive foresight and organizational skills to her role as Operations Coordinator. Robin is also a vital part of our Account Management team and an accomplished bookkeeper, specializing in supporting artist studios and galleries. Her expertise helps our creative clients manage their bookkeeping needs effectively.
Off the clock, Robin can be found in her garden, either cultivating her backyard or working with her young daughter in the elementary school garden club, where she shares her passion for growing edible and medicinal plants. An avid reader and devoted animal lover, Robin feels at home both on the beach and in the mountains—because why limit yourself to just one?
Hannah Trogdon
Hannah (she/her) is a talented Bookkeeper specializing in Accounts Receivable. From her home in Germany, she brings a refreshing international flair to our team. She studied Biology with a minor in Spanish at Edward's University and has a remarkable talent for learning languages, complemented by her extensive travels around the globe. Originally from North Carolina, this expat mom infuses joy and laughter into every interaction, making her a cherished presence on our team.
Daniel Lopez De Mesa
Daniel (he/him) is a talented Bookkeeper and dedicated team player who brings a fresh outlook to our team. Originally from Colombia, he studied International Business before relocating to New York City. Daniel is a proud father of two children. He also has a bird named Pepe and a cat named Saboo. He collects ponchos (fun fact!), and he has a deep passion for music, devoting much of his free time to collecting LPs, attending live shows, and even playing guitar himself.
Crystal Graham
Crystal (she/her) is our newest Bookkeeper and a fantastic addition to the Stellar team! In addition to her bookkeeping role, this dedicated mom manages a tattoo shop. When she isn’t working or raising her two kids, Crystal passionately engages in community harm reduction efforts.
Her love for the outdoors shines through her hobbies, which include hiking, foraging, thrifting, and antiquing. Crystal also makes time to immerse herself in live music events, particularly those in the hardcore, punk, and metal genres. She embodies the values of authenticity, compassion, courage, and curiosity, bringing these qualities and more to our team at Stellar.
Miranda Ellis-Hontz
Miranda (they/she) is our Operations Assistant, supporting the day-to-day tasks that help Stellar run as efficiently as possible. With a BFA in Fine Art Photography and an MFA in Community Art, Miranda brings a keen artistic eye and strong community-building skills to everything they do. After a decade of living a nomadic lifestyle, they have recently settled back in their hometown of Atlanta, GA, ready to grow roots.
Outside of work, Miranda dedicates time as the President of the Board at one of their three children's preschool and runs the Recycled Uniform Committee at their eldest child's elementary school. When they find moments for themselves, Miranda enjoys wandering in the woods, studying native plants and animals, reading a good book, and savoring the slower things in life.
Mariana Di Marco
Mariana (she/her), Stellar’s Executive Assistant, has been an integral part of the team as the business has evolved. She is a dedicated engineering student balancing her studies with a busy schedule. While she enjoys her solitude, Mariana thrives on meeting new people and forming lasting friendships.
An avid baker passionate about creating delicious desserts, she loves to go on adventures and stays active by playing sports, bringing her enthusiasm and energy to everything she does.
Finding Stellar Bookkeepers has been a life changing event for my business. They are trustworthy, diligent, dedicated, knowledgable, and helpful to a default. They also truly care about their clients, a rare trait. I would recommend their services 10 out of 10. I could not be happier.
____ Sara Maria Salamone, Gallerist
I don't know what I would do without the team at Stellar Bookkeepers. I fully trust them with all aspects of my bookkeeping and accounting.
____ Ryan Slack, Photographer
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