About Us

Serving small- to mid-sized businesses in the Kona community and beyond, our team is dedicated to providing personalized accounting services that go beyond the numbers.

B&A Accounting is powered by a passionate team of experienced professionals dedicated to your success. We combine our expertise with a collaborative approach to deliver personalized solutions tailored to your specific needs.

Leadership

We are dedicated to providing exceptional accounting and business advisory services. Our leadership team is made of highly experienced professionals with a strong commitment to our community and clients.

Jacob Burrill, CPA

Managing Partner

Jacob is an accountant with a big vision. His intention is to make a lasting, positive impact on his community by supporting and educating business owners. He takes a comprehensive approach to accounting, providing valuable strategic planning and consulting, with an eye for long-term prosperity and goal achievement.

A member of Kona’s business community since 2009, Jacob is extensively involved in local service work. He currently serves on the supervisory committee for Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union, volunteers with Hospice, and donates time to various other nonprofits. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

Jacob graduated from Cal State Fullerton with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a specialization in Finance. He received his master’s degree in Accounting and is a licensed CPA in the state of Hawaii. On a day off, you’re likely to find him relaxing on one of Kona’s beautiful beaches with his wife and their two children.

Krystel Carmelo Archibald

Senior Partner

Krystel Carmelo Archibald, brings over a decade of expertise in corporate accounting and several years of experience in business management. She has a diverse background, having worked across industries such as banking, management consulting, wholesale, and restaurants. With her entrepreneurial family background, Krystel deeply understands the challenges small businesses face and is dedicated to helping them succeed.

Passionate about education and entrepreneurship, Krystel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and is a certified QuickBooks Online Advisor. Fluent in Tagalog and Ilocano, she provides comprehensive payroll and bookkeeping training to help businesses establish a solid foundation for growth.

Krystel’s philosophy centers on prioritizing people. She believes that business success is built on strong, lasting relationships with clients, grounded in trust, honesty, and teamwork. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of having a strong team, as she believes that collaboration and support within the team are crucial for achieving business excellence.

The Team

Our dedicated staff brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the firm. Committed to providing exceptional service, they work collaboratively to support our clients’ financial goals.