ABOUT US
Get to Know Drouin Associates, LLC
Steven M. Drouin, CPA, CFE
Drouin Associates are Certified Public Accountants based in Manchester, New Hampshire
Who We Are
We are a dedicated team of accounting professionals that work together to support each other and our clients. We are guided by a set of values, and we understand that our success is dependent on your success.
We love what we do, and we’re good at it. Our team has almost 100 years of combined experience working as accountants, auditors, tax planners, and consultants across a wide range of industries. From contractors to non-profits and everywhere in between.
Whether you are looking for a fresh start with a dedicated accounting team or would like to supplement your current accounting personnel, we will customize our services to fit your needs.
Our Mission
Establish honest, long-term relationships in which we work in the growth and success of our Clients’ businesses. We believe that the entrepreneurial spirit exists in most business owners and we expect to identify, develop and serve the entrepreneurial efforts of our clients by:
- Establishing good faith dealings and open lines of communication
- Being proactive in utilizing information technology
- Offering sound tax planning advice
- Developing insightful business strategies
Our Team
STEVE DROUIN, CPA, CFE
Managing Member
As a managing member since the firm’s beginning, Steve brings extensive expertise in financial reporting, accounting systems, business planning, and litigation support. His role involves overseeing financial statement disclosures, developing and supporting accounting systems, and providing specialized consultation and litigation support for a wide range of clients.
Steve earned a B.S. in Accounting and an A.S. in Real Estate from Plymouth State College, and he became a Certified Public Accountant in New Hampshire in 1991. In addition to his CPA, he earned the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation in 1993. Steve is also a certified specialist in Microsoft Dynamics (formerly Solomon) and a Certified System Engineer.
A founding member of the Granite State Chapter of Certified Fraud Examiners, Steve served as its president from 1993 to 1995. He is also an active member of the American Institute of CPAs and the New Hampshire Society of CPAs, where he continues to stay connected with industry developments and best practices.
Deven McKechnie
Lead Accountant & Reporting Director
Deven serves as a lead accountant and reporting director at Freedom Accounting Services, overseeing client services, financial reporting standards, and training in accounting and reporting.
With over 7 years of experience in public accounting and private business, her expertise includes auditing, financial reporting, financial analysis, and accounting services. Her focus on long-term client success motivates her to develop customized strategies that address each client’s unique financial needs.
Deven holds a Master’s degree in Accounting from Southern New Hampshire University.
Kecia Monis
Administrative Assistant
Kecia manages a broad range of front office operations at Freedom Accounting Services.
With extensive experience in customer service and office administration, her warm personality and commitment to client care ensure that both our clients and team members receive seamless, efficient support every day.
Griffin Gilbert
Accounting Specialist
Griffin became part of our team as an intern in 2023, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Since then, he has earned a Master’s in Accounting from Southern New Hampshire University and transitioned to a full-time role.
Griffin is dedicated to excellence, constantly pursuing opportunities to expand his accounting expertise. His experience as a baseball player at SNHU has also strengthened his teamwork and collaboration skills, enabling him to effectively engage with our diverse range of clients.