Director, Special Projects
Erin Kidd is the Director of Special Projects at Thompson Greenspon, where she leverages more than 17 years of experience in taxation and business strategy to simplify complex issues and design innovative solutions. A specialist in individual taxation and strategic transformation, she leads firmwide initiatives that shape the future of operations, optimize systems, and align growth with firm and client goals.
Throughout her career, Erin has launched successful programs across industries, from tax and accounting to marketing and signage manufacturing, that have created new service lines, streamlined workflows, and accelerated revenue collection. Her ability to connect compliance, strategy, and innovation makes her a trusted advisor in both client and organizational contexts.
Erin is a frequent contributor to Thompson Greenspon’s tax blog and to national industry publications such as Thomson Reuters’ Tax Action Bulletin, the Journal of Construction Accounting and Taxation, and Taxation of Exempts. She also develops content around the topics of strategic business growth, process improvement, and professional growth topics, bringing both technical expertise and practical insights to her audiences.
She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Business Administration from Morehead State University. Her professional credentials include Enrolled Agent, Accredited Financial Counselor®, and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. Erin has been recognized as an Emerging Leader in the Accounting Industry by Wolters Kluwer and honored by the Garrison Commands of West Point, NY, and Fort Leavenworth, KS, for her contributions to the military community.
Education
- BBA, Morehead State University
- MBA, Morehead State University
- AFC®, Association for Financial Planning, Counseling and Education
Published Posts
- Maximizing Tax Savings Through Home Energy Improvements: A Guide to Energy Credits
- ERC Series, Part 1: Employee Retention Tax Credit Audits Have Begun
- ERC Series, Part 2: Received An Employee Retention Credit? The IRS May Have Tough Questions For You
- ERC Series, Part 3: Eligible Employers Still Have Time To Claim Employee Retention Credits
- Due Dates in 2023 for 2022 Tax Reporting and 2023 Tax Estimates
- Virginia Taxpayers Could Be Eligible for a Rebate of Up to $250 Each
- Deferment Period for EIDL Payment Extended Again by SBA
- Did Your Lender Approve Only Partial Forgiveness of Your PPP Loan? You May Be Able to Request an SBA Loan Review
- Updated Retirement Plan Contribution Limits for 2022
- 2022 COLA Limits for Qualified Retirement Plans, Highly Compensated Employees, and Key Employees
- IRS Provides Clarification and Guidance for Employer’s Claiming Employee Retention Credit for 2020
- SBA Announces New Targeted Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Advance
- Employers Whose Request for Forgiveness of PPP Loan has Been Denied May Claim the Employer Retention Credit
- Word to the Wise – File Your Taxes Electronically and Request Direct Deposit of Refunds or Pay Balance Due Online
Memberships
- National Association of Enrolled Agents
- Association for Financial Planning, Counseling, and Education
On a Personal Note
Erin has moved 20 times in her lifetime: She’s lived in 10 different states and two countries. The “Weird” state books series are a great way to get to know her new locales!