FIRM PROFILE

She earned her Bachelor’s in Business Management (with an emphasis in accounting) from Sonoma State University. She spent over six years in public accounting and has worked for companies such as GE Capital, SPL World group Consulting, and Oracle.

Leaving corporate life to raise her daughter, Monika founded DFS in 2001. In 2004, she became an Enrolled Agent and in 2013, she received her NTPI Fellow designation.

Monika is the Director of Communication for the Texas Society of Enrolled Agents. She serves on the board of the Southlake Chamber of Commerce. She also is the Treasurer of River Hills 2 Office Condominiums.

Monika lives in Fort Worth. During her free time, she enjoys tennis, Pilates and wine with friends.

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Monika Heaton

Monika Heaton has over 30 years of experience guiding business professionals to make smart tax and financial decisions.

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Riley Heaton

Riley Heaton

Payroll Processor

Like Monika, Riley is a native Californian, but glad to be here in Texas. Riley did a few years of college back in California for liberal arts and spent a great deal of time tutoring others. He enjoys the arts scene, whether it is visual or performing arts. In his spare time, Riley draws, attends musicals, writes, and goes hiking. He has been with Decision Financial for many years and was recently promoted to payroll processing in the office. He looks forward to working with you and ensuring your employees are paid on time.

Mary Wooley

Mary Wooley

Bookkeeping Specialist

Mary has over 25 years of bookkeeping experience in various types of industries. Mary was born and raised in the DFW metroplex. In per personal time, she enjoys gardening on her 5 acres in the country, as well as antique shopping and exploring small towns. She enjoys time with her husband and grandson and corgi.

Yvonne Hambright

Yvonne Hambright

Bookkeeping/Payroll/Accounts Receivable Manager

Yvonne is a Native Texas born and raised. She has over 25 years of bookkeeping and accounting experience with an Associate degree from TCC in Business Administration. Yvonne loves watching baseball on all levels, especially the Texas Rangers – even when they are losing. In her spare time, Yvonne enjoys seeing her grandchildren and exploring botanical gardens. She was raised to always treat others as you would like to be treated, and does her best to live by this rule. She looks forward to meeting and working with you.

Amanda Starling

Amanda Starling

Bookkeeping Specialist

Amanda has lived in Keller since 2013 with her husband, teenage son, cat, dog, and large houseplant collection. She brings a nurturing spirit and more than 15 years of customer service, management, and bookkeeping experience to the firm. In her downtime, she loves attending live music events and spending time with friends and family.

Cassandra "Cass" Clements

Cassandra "Cass" Clements

Business Development Manager

Cass is a long-time resident of Grapevine, TX. She offers years of experience in business development, client relations and leadership. She has a servant’s heart and enjoys volunteering in the community. In her spare time, she loves to travel, watch sports, visit breweries and wineries, and especially spend invaluable time with her friends and family.

Melanie Shaw

Melanie Shaw

Tax Preparer

Melanie is a Texas native who recently relocated to the DFW area from Houston. She received her BA in Accounting from Sam Houston State University and is completing her MBA at Louisiana State University with the plans to become a CPA. With a passion for tax, she is excited to be a part of the Decision Financial team! Outside of work, Melanie enjoys spending time with her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, accidentally killing her houseplants, taking cruises, and trying out new breweries.