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WHO WE ARE

About Us

Don’t let our office location fool you; our rural accounting office uses cutting edge technology to offer solutions for your tax and accounting needs. We understand and appreciate the needs of our clients. We aim to please and are available to you on your schedule when you need us most.

CONTACT US

Get in Touch

Below is a list of our current staff and their direct phone number and email address.


Rick Payne, CPA

Managing Partner

(580) 661-2351

(580) 614-1750

rick@rickpaynecpa.com
Rick was born in Thomas and attended school there. From SWOSU, he received an accounting degree and earned a CPA license shortly afterward. He married Jennifer during college, and they have been blessed with six children. He also continues to farm and is co-owner of South Canadian Meats.


Toni Clark, CPA

Tax & Accounting Manager

(580) 661-2351

(405) 818-7930

toni@rickpaynecpa.com
I was born in Thomas and raised in Watonga. I moved back to Thomas in January 2020 to work with Rick. since then, I finished my degree at SWOSU and obtained my CPA. I have two grown children who make me proud everyday.


Jade Ivins, CPA

Tax Preparer

(580) 661-2351

(580) 821-4859

jade@rickpaynecpa.com
I was born in Elk City and raised in Retrop. I met my husband while attending SWOSU for my accounting degree. After college, I worked as an auditor and accountant for 3 and a half years before joining Rick’s team. I obtained my CPA license in 2023. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and dogs!



April Bennet

Head Bookkeeper

(580) 661-2351

(580) 695-4909

april@rickpaynecpa.com
Proud mom of 3 phenomenal kiddos! Passionate spectator at all their big games. Been happily hitched to my partner-in-crime, Derek, for many wonderful years. Thrilled to have some of the most amazing coworkers!


Jodi Biddy

Accounts Receivable
Staff Accountant

(580) 661-2351

(580) 661-1575

jodi@rickpaynecpa.com
Born and raised a Thomas Terrier! Proud parent of 3 amazing daughters – Kaitlyn, Kassie, and Macy – and two incredible grandkids, Kaylee and Chaysen. Spent 5 years working at Rick Payne CPA, but my true passion is being surrounded by the ones I love most – my family!


Courtney McHenry

Staff Accountant

(580) 661-2351

(580) 309-7227

courtney@rickpaynecpa.com
Courtney resides in Arapaho and is a dedicated parent of four. I enjoy watching and playing softball and spending time at the lake with my family. Before joining Rick’s office, Courtney spent 8 years working at Western Technology Center, bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for serving the community.


Cynthia Loveday

Administrative Assistant

(580) 661-2351

(580) 520-2084

cynthia@rickpaynecpa.com
I was born and raised in Washington State and then met my husband while living in Southern California. After moving to Oklahoma, I have been able to enjoy the small town life settling near Hydro. I have a beautiful daughter keeping me busy with swimming and softball, and am an avid lover of all animals. I am excited and thankful to have joined the team at Rick Payne CPA.



Iona Miller

Bookkeeper

(580) 661-2351

(580) 251-1381

iona@rickpaynecpa.com
I was born in Weatherford, Oklahoma, and raised in Thomas. I graduated from Corn Bible Academy before attending Southwestern Oklahoma State University, where I earned both a Bachelor of Arts with an emphasis in Management Information Systems and an MBA. In October 2025, I joined the team at Rick Payne CPA. I currently reside in Hydro, Oklahoma. Outside of my professional life, I am a proud mother of three children and grandmother to nine grandchildren. I enjoy spending my free time with my family and being active in my church.