Most business owners don’t need someone to speak in accounting terms. They need someone to explain what’s happening in their business in a way that finally clicks. That is what we do.
Darin founded Ashford Sky CPA to give growing businesses something most firms don’t: a reliable financial partner who combines clean bookkeeping, financial guidance, and proactive tax strategy in one consistent system. With 11 years of experience, he’s worked across multiple accounting firms and environments—bringing together high standards, efficient processes, and an operator-first mindset.
He holds a Master of Accountancy from Brigham Young University and is a licensed CPA. Throughout his career, Darin has supported a wide range of industries and business models, helping owners strengthen reporting, understand margins, build scalable financial systems, and stay ahead of tax obligations. He’s especially focused on making finance simple—translating the numbers into plain English and clear next steps.
What sets Darin apart is that he doesn’t just advise business owners—he is one. Having bought and sold a business himself, he knows financials aren’t just reports; they’re decision tools for pricing, hiring, cash flow, and growth. And taxes aren’t just numbers on a page. They’re real dollars leaving an owner’s pocket.
Bought and sold a business
Born and bred in Utah
Advised on some of the biggest deals in Utah
Advised on some of the biggest deals in Utah
Owns one of Utah's fastest growing accounting firms
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Meet The Rest of Our Team
Keith Garner
Darin Pierson
Founder
Paige Hlavaty
Tax Manager
Why is working with
Ashford Sky different?
You get one team for accounting, tax, cash flow
Your books, your taxes, and your planning shouldn’t be handled in separate silos. We keep everything aligned so you always get a clear and consistent picture.
We're proactively planning
all year-round
You should never find out about a tax issue or financial problem after it’s too late to fix it. We check in during the year to keep you ahead of what’s coming.
You get 1:1 support
You get a real person who knows your business, not a rotating inbox or a help desk. If something changes, you can call us and we’ll walk through it with you.
We're local!
We work with businesses from Utah County to Salt Lake City and surrounding areas. We understand the industries here and the way companies grow here.
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Real conversations, real clarity, and long-term support for your business. Once your financial setup is stable, everything you do becomes easier.