Kaine Joins Principal Accelerator Program, Launches Advisory-Centric CFO & Accounting Practice in Providence, RI 

CARDIFF BY THE SEA, Calif., Aug. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dark Horse CPAs, a top national accounting and tax firm focused on supporting small businesses and individuals, announces the addition of Jon Kaine, CPA, to its Principal Accelerator Program. Known for his problem-solving mindset and commitment to client success, Kaine brings a sharp strategic lens and a genuine passion for helping small business owners thrive.  

Kaine began his career supporting businesses in their accounting and reporting needs. Over time, he realized his ideal platform didn't yet exist—until he found Dark Horse. "What first drew me to Dark Horse was the ability to solve problems and provide solutions to small businesses, and it being a fantastic platform to do that through," said Kaine. "What Dark Horse provides is incredibly unique, a platform with the support, infrastructure, and technology to start your own firm. It was something I hadn't found anywhere else."  

As Kaine moved through the interview process, it was the people who ultimately sealed the deal. "The more time I spent with the team, the more I saw the authenticity that came through in every conversation," he said. "Dark Horse allows you to be yourself and let your work product speak for itself."  

With a strong belief in the power of financial literacy, Kaine sees accounting as the foundation of any thriving business. "Financial information tells the true story of every company, and without a deep understanding of it, a company can lack the clarity it needs to plan and manage its operations," he said. "There isn't a one-size-fits-all approach, which makes the work dynamic and collaborative, especially at a firm like Dark Horse, where we can tap into a national network of experts to solve client challenges."  

"Jon embodies what we look for in a Dark Horse CPAs: smart, strategic, and deeply committed to doing right by his clients," said Chase Birky, CEO and co-founder of Dark Horse CPAs. "He's the kind of professional who builds trust quickly and delivers meaningful value over time. We're excited to help him build the practice he's envisioned."  

About the Dark Horse Accelerator Program

The Dark Horse Principal Accelerator Program was created for entrepreneurially-minded CPAs that want to build a scalable book of business without the personal and financial sacrifices required of starting a firm from scratch. Dark Horse empowers their CPAs with the resources and support to grow intelligently and profitably. Their proprietary technology, flexible staffing, and industry-leading systems and processes enable CPAs to focus on being the trusted advisor to their clients, unlocking unprecedented value in these relationships, so that they will continue to be relevant long into the future while their counterparts become increasingly displaced by technology.  

Accelerators are put through a training program that acclimates them to the firm's exclusive tech stack, followed by proprietary sales training and one-on-one coaching. Upon completion of training, they begin building their book of business by fielding inquiries from potential Dark Horse clients. To facilitate their growth, Accelerators have full-time and fractional professional personnel support at their disposal. A collaborative group of like-minded CPAs go the extra mile to help them out in areas where they lack expertise. This new CPA firm business model includes an active corporate team that ensures their work is of high quality and strategically focused. After successful completion of the program, they can become an equity principal of the firm.  

The Dark Horse Principal Accelerator Program is currently accepting new Accelerators. Interested CPAs are invited to dive deeper into the program on Dark Horse's recruiting site, abetterway.cpa or by emailing justin@darkhorse.cpa.  

About Dark Horse CPAs

Dark Horse CPAs provides integrated tax, accounting, and CFO services to small businesses and individuals across the U.S. The firm was founded to save small businesses (and their owners) from subpar accounting and tax services and subpar client experiences. These small businesses are Dark Horses among their larger and more well-known competition. Being a Dark Horse CPA means advocating for small businesses by bringing to them the tax strategies and accounting insights previously reserved for big business. To learn more, visit darkhorse.cpa.  

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