Nicole Smith

Nicole Smith has a diverse work experience in finance and accounting roles. Nicole is currently a Co-Founder at North Star Financial Services, a position they started in October 2021. Previously, Nicole worked as the Chief Financial Officer at Cribs for Kids Headquarters starting in April 2019. In this role, they were responsible for overseeing general accounting and reporting functions, as well as implementing inventory management and CRM software packages. Prior to that, they owned their own accounting service company called Sloboda Smith Accounting Services from April 2018 to September 2021. Nicole also has experience as a Director of Accounting at Dollar Energy Fund from October 2017 to February 2018, where they oversaw accounting and financial reporting functions. Nicole also has experience as the Director of Finance and Operations at Sojourner House, Inc. from January 2015 to October 2017, and as a Senior Accountant at Herbein + Company, Inc. from October 2011 to January 2015, where they audited nonprofit organizations. Nicole began their career as a Senior Auditor at Malin, Bergquist & Company from January 2004 to May 2010. Nicole also worked as a Staff Accountant at Henninger Accounting Services, PC from January 2004 to January 2005, and as a Staff Accountant at Stanek Vinyl Windows, Corp. from January 2002 to January 2003. Overall, Nicole has a strong background in accounting, finance, and management consulting with a focus on nonprofits and small businesses.

Nicole Smith attended John Carroll University from 1996 to 2000, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a major in Accountancy.