kkotaska@legacyutilitygroup.com

Kristie Kotaska is a seasoned finance leader with extensive experience driving strategic growth, operational excellence, and long-term financial sustainability across mid-market and service-oriented organizations. As Chief Financial Officer at Legacy Utility Group, Kristie leads enterprise-level financial strategy, organizational alignment, and value creation while partnering with executive leadership to support the company’s mission and growth trajectory.

Kristie’s financial expertise is grounded in hands-on leadership roles spanning accounting management, financial planning and analysis, performance optimization, and business transformation. Prior to joining Legacy Utility Group, she served as a trusted financial strategist and owner of Veritas Accounting, where she delivered high-impact accounting, advisory, and financial services tailored to small and medium-sized businesses.

Known for her collaborative leadership style and commitment to organizational success, Kristie combines deep financial acumen with a people-centered approach to drive sustainable results. She excels at building cross-functional relationships, strengthening internal controls, and translating complex financial insights into actionable strategies that support both operational performance and long-term value.

Kristie holds a strong track record of aligning financial goals with broader business objectives, ensuring transparency, accountability, and growth readiness at every stage of the business life cycle. She is passionate about empowering teams, enhancing financial literacy, and fostering cultures that embrace continuous improvement and innovation.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Kristie enjoys traveling, spending time with her family and anything outdoor related.