John Ems, CPA

Accounting Manager

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Experience

John has more than nine years of experience in the industry, including collegiate internships at Big Four firms and a full-time position at a St. Louis firm specializing in tax, litigation support and expert witness services. He joined Schowalter & Jabouri in 2023 before that firm merged into Honkamp later that year. 

Education & credentials

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri
Master’s degree in accounting, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Professional affiliations

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants (MOCPA)

Community involvement

St. Losers soccer teams, founding player and co-captain

Family life and hobbies

John and his wife, Ellen, have three sons, Grayson, Oliver and Elijah, and one daughter, Amelia. John enjoys spending time with his wife and children; playing soccer, volleyball and chess; and engaging with his church community.