Parrish & Lambdin LLC

A Partnership Rooted in the Community.

Certified Public Accountants providing proactive financial
clarity to Jonesboro, Illinois and Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

Fourth-Generation Roots.

First-Class Expertise.

Leni R. Lambdin is a fourth-generation farm girl from Missouri, whose values are deeply rooted in hard work, responsibility, and community.

This connection to her agricultural roots is the cornerstone of Parrish & Lambdin. By working closely with small businesses, Leni brings a grounded, practical perspective and understands the nuances that come from growing up in a close-knit community.

She believes in the power of long-term professional relationships. In a world of transactional services, Leni prioritizes knowing the names, stories, and goals of those she serves—ensuring every piece of advice is grounded in both technical precision and personal care.

Community Focus

rooted in Jonesboro, serving the wider region with local insight.

Relationship Value

Moving beyond the transactional to build stable, long-term partnerships.

Our Philosophy

Large enough to understand.

Small enough to care.

Our firm is built on the principle that effective accounting is relationship-based.
We avoid the reactive "crunch" of tax season by emphasizing organization,
planning, and consistency throughout the entire year.

Organization

Systematic record-keeping to provide a clear financial foundation.

Proactive Planning

Strategy and foresight designed to
reduce stress for business owners.

Consistency

Reliable, year-round support that maintains financial momentum.

“A map might give you the address… but the local knows the secret entrance.”

Local Focus for

Local Impact.

We believe that local problems benefit from local solutions. By understanding the specific landscape of Southern Illinois and Southeast Missouri, we are able to improve the quality of service we provide.

Serving local businesses isn't just our job; it's our contribution to the community that raised us. Understanding our neighbors allows us to provide more insightful, tailored guidance.

Jonesboro

Illinois

Cape Girardeau

Missouri

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you help both individuals and businesses?

Yes. We work with businesses of all sizes and industries, offering personalized accounting and tax services designed to fit your goals and complexity.

Do you work with all types of bookkeeping software?

Yes. There are so many different types, we can work with your current system and help you find the one that’s right for you long term.

Can I add Sales Tax or Payroll later?

Absolutely. Our services are modular. You can start with base bookkeeping and add Sales Tax or Payroll as your compliance needs grow or as your business structure changes.

Do you work with businesses year-round or just during tax season?

We work with clients year-round. Ongoing planning, bookkeeping, and proactive check-ins are how we help you avoid last-minute surprises and make more confident decisions throughout the whole year.

What if my books are behind or messy right now?

That’s more common than you think and it’s understandable. We’ll meet you where you are, help clean things up, and put systems in place so you’re moving forward with clarity instead of catching up in a rush.

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Relationship-Based Firm.

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“I’m so glad I worked with Leni at P&L CPAs to set up the LLC for my business. She made what I thought would be stressful feel easy, answered all my questions, and had everything done faster than expected. Would absolutely work with her again.”

HEATHER, OWNER OF THE SALTY BURGER

“I couldn’t do it without them!”

DANNY SMITH, 5 SMITH SEEDS, INC.

“Before working with Leni, I didn’t know if my business was actually making money. Now I get monthly reports I can understand, and we have quarterly meetings where she helps me plan ahead. For the first time, I feel like I’m in control of my finances instead of just reacting to them.”

SARAH M., JONESBORO BUSINESS OWNER

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A Partnership Rooted in the Community.