Meet The Team

Wade Cicrich, CPA

Partner

Bio:

Family – I am husband to a superwife.  Her support, encouragement, and love has enabled me to succeed both personally and professionally.  Together we have 2 kids, a boy and a girl.  They are very exhausting, but I still love them!

Work – I enjoy the variety of work and the challenges each day brings.  My favorite tasks are complex and have many layers.  I am a problem solver.  I truly enjoy working with and helping Indian Country.  I am blessed with the Tribes I have been able to work with and the places I have been able to see.

Free Time – In my free time I am with my wife & kids, or you might catch me day trading, gardening, or wine tasting.  I recently planted wine grapes and am looking forward to harvests in the years to come.

Education
– Master’s Degree in Accountancy – University of Idaho

Certifications
– Certified Public Accountant

Professional Memberships
– American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Contact Information:

Phone: (509) 408-1898

Email: wade.cicrich@wjcfinancial.com

Maximillian Barb, CPA

Supervisor

Bio:

I joined WJC Financial in January of 2020 after completing a Master of Accountancy at the University of Idaho. Prior to starting at WJC, I gained experience through internships at the University of Idaho and DZA Accounting.

At the University I participated in several professional organizations including Beta Alpha Psi Honor Society, Barker Capital Management Group, and Davis Investment Group.

I am blessed to live in the Idaho forests where I built a home with my wife and family. My wife and I are expecting our first child in late August and can’t wait to meet our addition to the family.

I enjoy spending my free time performing honey-do lists and arguing over baby names (just kidding). I love working with my hands and enjoy a variety of hobbies that include carpentry, gardening, and mechanical work. 

Education

– Master’s Degree in Accountancy – University of Idaho

Certifications
– Certified Public Accountant

Contact Information:

Phone: (509) 295-2316

Email: max.barb@wjcfinancial.com     

Benjiman Kettle

Supervisor

Bio:

I joined WJC Financial in January of 2020 after earning a Master of Accountancy degree from the University of Idaho. Before working for WJC, I gained experience through professional organizations and an internship for Harris CPAs in Boise, Idaho.

While working as a graduate assistant, I also
worked as a Financial analyst then Portfolio Manager for Barker Capital Management Group, and President of Beta Alpha Psi Honors Society.

Before transitioning to academics, I worked in the core exploration and construction industries. These experiences taught me to truly appreciate the impact small businesses and hard work can have on communities.

I enjoy staying active including participating in sports, camping, hiking, and snowboarding. On most weekends I can be found playing pickup basketball or spending time with friends and family.

Education:

– Master’s Degree in Accountancy – University of Idaho

– Bachelor of Science, Major in Accounting – University of Idaho

– Associates of Science in Business Administration – North Idaho College

Contact Information:

Phone: (509) 295-2283

Email: ben.kettle@wjcfinancial.com       

Colin Wereley

Senior Accountant & Economic Analyst

Bio

I joined WJC Financial in March 2021. I have been in the financial and accounting industry for six years, working in a variety of roles from large institutions to small businesses. 

My background is in Finance, Accounting, and Economics. If it involves dollars and data, I am excited to come up with solutions. I have a passion to provide creative solutions, and I understand that a typical one size fits all approach doesn’t work for our clients.

I am a proud Idahoan from the Coeur d’Alene area, and in my free time I am always found in the outdoors. Whether it is camping, mountain biking, hunting, skiing, or kayaking.

 I am blessed to be married to my best friend, and without her support of me personally and professionally; it would not have been possible to accomplish everything I have.  

I am passionate about rural communities, and I enjoy developing economic impacts to help communities better understand economic development opportunities.

Education

– Master of Accountancy – University of Idaho

– Bachelor of Science, Finance & Economics – University of Idaho

– Certificate, Trading and Capital Management – University of Idaho

Contact Information:

Phone: (509) 816-7434

Email: colin.wereley@wjcfinancial.com