Connor Malatesta

Lukas Palma

Senior Accountant

Financial Reporting Specialist

Lukas Palma is a Senior Accountant at Malatesta CPA, where he manages accounting and financial reporting for a diverse client portfolio. He specializes in reconciliations, bookkeeping cleanups, and accurate records in operationally intensive environments, with experience in construction, real estate, and service-based businesses. Prior to this role, he also worked in auditing, which strengthened his understanding of financial controls and reporting accuracy.

Originally from Santiago, Chile, Lukas is bilingual in English and Spanish. He earned an Associate in Applied Science from Morton College and a Bachelor’s in Accounting and Finance from Roosevelt University, where he joined the Finance Honors Society, completed a cryptocurrency thesis, competed as a collegiate captain and goalkeeper, trained at Colo-Colo and Universidad Católica, and now coaches young athletes.

Problem Solver & Analyst

His experience in audit and operational accounting allows him to identify inefficiencies, resolve discrepancies, and create practical solutions that support long-term business growth.

Focused on Team Leadership

Drawing from competitive athletics and coaching, Lukas brings discipline, communication, and leadership to every engagement.

Financial Operations Expertise

Lukas works across bookkeeping, reconciliations, reporting, and financial cleanup projects for clients in a variety of industries, bringing structure and consistency to complex accounting environments.