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Taylor Hill, EA - Owner/Enrolled Agent/Licensed Tax Consultant
Taylor, Enrolled Agent, and Licensed Tax Consultant and Owner of Hill Tax, Payroll & Bookkeeping, works and resides in his hometown of Sherwood, Oregon. He is an active member of several organizations including the Oregon Association of Tax Consultants (Westside Chapter) and Sherwood Area Chamber of Commerce.
Hill Tax, Payroll & Bookkeeping began operations back in 2014 and owes all of its success to family, friends, and clients. Taylor married his beautiful wife, Ashley, in 2012 and together they now raise two beautiful little girls; Sophia & Sydney.
Taylor first moved to Sherwood in 1999. He attended several schools in the Sherwood School District including Hopkins Elementary, Sherwood Middle School, and Sherwood High School. His biggest passions in life have always been family, friends, and baseball!
After graduating from Sherwood High School, he went on to earn both academic and athletic scholarships to attend and play baseball at several colleges around the United States (Grand Canyon, Clackamas Community College, and Hawaii Pacific). In 2012, Taylor finished up his collegiate career at George Fox University, earning his Bachelor of Arts in Finance.
Since graduation, Taylor became one of the youngest Licensed Tax Consultant’s in the state of Oregon and Enrolled Agents in the US. His past experience as a controller in the medical industry and accountant in both the private and public sector helped to propel him into running one of the highest rated tax companies in Oregon.
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SanDee Tharp - Licensed Tax Consultant
Our company feels truly blessed that SanDee has chosen to work with us beginning the 2026 tax season. She is a remarkable asset to our team, bringing a wealth of knowledge that only 20+ years in the industry can provide.
SanDee's credentials speak for themselves: not only was she an instructor and editor for Oregon's leading tax school for seven years, but she currently serves as a Board Member for the Oregon Board of Tax Practitioners. In this role, she helps oversee the licensing and standards for the entire state, ensuring she is always at the cutting edge of tax law.
Beyond her technical skill, SanDee is known for her warmth. After a decade in design consultation at Meier & Frank, she transitioned to tax prep in 2002 to focus on building meaningful, face-to-face relationships. She finds it heartwarming to now prepare returns for the grown children of her long-term clients.
When she isn't solving tax puzzles, SanDee and her husband are active members of the Keizer community and dedicated car enthusiasts. Whether they are traveling to auto races or showing their Corvette and Camaro, Sandee embraces a "life well-lived" philosophy that her clients find truly refreshing.
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Michael Chenault - Enrolled Agent & Licensed Tax Consultant
We are proud to introduce Michael G. Chenault, an Enrolled Agent and Licensed Tax Consultant who brings nearly 12 years of expertise to our firm. Michael is a valued asset to our company, not only for his technical proficiency in tax law but for his genuine dedication to the success of our clients.
Michael's journey into the tax world began long ago, learning the trade from his father. This "old school" foundation gave him a unique perspective on the industry, prioritizing dedication and precision long before the advent of modern tax software. Although he moved from Denver to Oregon in 1990, he has never lost his Colorado work ethic--even if he did lose his snow shovel along the way.
Because Michael is a business owner himself, he offers more than just tax preparation; he provides firsthand, practical guidance for fellow entrepreneurs. He finds true joy in his work, helping clients navigate complex tax planning with ease. We are thrilled to have his leadership and experience as part of our professional family.
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Aguendine Khasidis - Enrolled Agent and Licensed Tax Consultant
We are proud to introduce Dee Khasidis, an Enrolled Agent and Oregon Licensed Tax Consultant who brings over five years of dedicated experience to our firm. Dee is a valued member of our team, not only for her technical expertise but for her genuine commitment to making every client feel confident and supported.
As an NTPI Fellow, Dee has advanced training in complex tax compliance and representation. Her specialized role as a Certifying Acceptance Agent (CAA) allows her to prepare and submit ITIN applications directly to the IRS--helping international individuals and families navigate what can often feel overwhelming. She is also a commissioned Notary, adding extra convenience for documentation needs.
What truly sets Dee apart is her gift for making the complex feel simple. Clients appreciate her calm presense and integrity-driven approach, especially when facing unfamiliar or high-stakes tax situations.
Outside the office, Dee is passionate about lifelong learning and personal growth--a grounded perspective she brings to ever client relationship. We are excited to add her expertise and vibrancy to our collective talent.
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Laura Vaughn - Payroll & Operations Manager
Laura began working with Hill Tax in February of 2022. Her career has been primarily in the service industry working for Papa Murphy’s since 2015. From starting off as a regular crew member in high school to becoming a store manager, she received opportunities to train and teach several employees at multiple store locations, attended meetings on how to improve the business, and even some ownership events. Through her experience there, she learned a lot about how to effectively communicate with customers, staff members, and how to help grow a business.
Due to Taylor’s own experience working at Papa Murphy’s, he immediately knew what it took to be successful there and that Laura would be a great addition to our team. Laura is a big part of the communication process here. Running the front desk, answering phone calls, and filtering through emails, she might even get back to clients quicker than Taylor does. After quickly picking up the rolls of the job, Laura has now become our primary payroll administrator. She handles all our payroll needs and several clients have expressed their gratitude towards the transition.
After already having built strong connections with many of our clients, she has become an essential part of our team that we hope to have with us for the long run!
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Adam Ditter - Bookkeeper
Adam Ditter is our in-house bookkeeper and owns his own insurance brokerage, Ditter's Insurance. He started with Hill Tax in May of 2022.
He grew up in Sherwood, attending Hopkins, Sherwood Middle School, and Sherwood High School. At the high school he played football and lacrosse and wrestled, then continued playing lacrosse at Western Oregon University. He lived in Tennessee for several years and Georgia for about 6 months with Taylor, but ultimately found his way back to Sherwood.
After college, he began his career in insurance while coaching junior varsity and varsity lacrosse at Sherwood High School. He is an active member in the community participating with the Sherwood Chamber of Commerce and various volunteer opportunities around town. He has been in the insurance industry for nearly a decade working with dozens of the top insurance carriers in the country and can provide services in California, Colorado, Idaho, Hawaii, Oregon, Maryland, Washington, and Tennessee. His career goals are to continue to grow as the lead bookkeeper for Hill tax while maintaining his insurance practice on the side.
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