Portland,
Maine

Walker Matthews CPA

Principal

Walker began his tax career at a large regional accounting firm in 2011, as an associate working in both the tax and audit groups. After his initial year there, he decided to focus his practice solely on tax and was quickly assigned some of the largest and most complex corporate clients in the firm. Walker earned his CPA designation in the fall of 2014. Walker is a co-founder of Dufour Tax Group, LLC, and focuses his practice on tax planning and compliance for our business clients. Walker received his B.A. in History and Classics, magna cum laude, in 2008 from Williams College, where he also served on an advisory board for faculty hiring and taught swing dancing with his wife, Allie. He received his certificate degree in Accounting from the University of Southern Maine in 2012.

Katie Palmer

Principal

Katie joined the team in 2017, facilitating in the expansion of our firm by assisting with the firm’s administrative and accounting functions. She assists in the development and implementation of firm policies and procedures; manages and oversees the administration of HR policies, programs and practices within the firm; she maintains accounts payable, receivables and billing. Katie can schedule you an appointment, help you access your tax documents and assist in getting any questions that you may have answered. She is always happy and available to help clients with anything they may need, ensuring that your needs are met as quickly as possible.

Peter Dufour JD, MBA, CPA

Principal

With more than 25 years of experience, Pete blends legal and accounting expertise to provide clients with fully integrated tax planning, compliance, and strategic advisory services. His dual credentials allow him to approach tax matters from both a technical accounting perspective and a legal, transaction-driven standpoint, resulting in comprehensive, forward-thinking solutions for complex situations. Pete is known for his ability to navigate sophisticated tax matters while delivering clear, practical guidance tailored to each client's goals. Pete focuses his practice on individual tax planning and compliance, as well as advisory and compliance services for small to medium-sized businesses and startups across a broad array of industries. He works closely with clients throughout the year to help them understand the tax implications of key business decisions, optimize their tax positions, and navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape.

Kelly Dufour

Principal

Kelly began her career in accounting at Verrill Dana, LLP, where she worked for many years on a variety of corporate and payroll-related matters. Kelly also has extensive experience in event management for non-profits, having managed one of the area’s premier charity auctions for many years (and raising well over six figures during her tenure) as well as many other charitable fundraising and social events. Kelly is a co-founder of Dufour Tax Group, LLC, overseeing and managing all aspects of the firm’s administrative and accounting functions. She focuses her tax practice on tax planning and compliance for individuals.

Kirk Purvis

Kirk Purvis has over 25 years of experience in public accounting. He specializes in individual and small to mid-size business accounting and tax. Kirk has extensive experience with S corporations and LLCs in various industries. He works closely with his clients to develop a strong and lasting relationship to be able to best meet their accounting and tax needs.

Jim Cardosi CPA

Principal

Jim has over 12 years of experience in public accounting, focusing on tax planning and compliance for individuals, small to medium-size businesses and real estate owners. He values building strong relationships in order to address the unique tax situation of each individual and business he works with. Prior to his career in public accounting, Jim served seven years as a Naval Flight Officer aboard the P-3C Orion and as a member of the Chief of Naval Operations' staff in Washington, D.C. Jim holds a B.A. in Political Science from Villanova University, an M.B.A. from The George Washington University and Master of Science in Taxation from American University. Outside of the office Jim enjoys running, hiking, and trying to keep up with his wife and teenage son on family mountain bike outings.