
Griggs & Zito, LLC
Certified Public Accountants

Certified Public Accountants


Griggs & Zito work to meet legal and regulatory tax requirements by providing accurate financial insights to help businesses and individuals manage their resources effectively while building long-term relationships with our clients by providing accounting services, tax planning and preparation, and business consulting.
Accounting Services
•Bookkeeping (No Payroll Services Provided)
Tax Planning & Preparation
•Corporate, Partnership, Individual, Nonprofit, Fiduciary and
Estate Returns
•Strategic Tax Minimization
•Compliance with Federal, State, and Local Regulations
Business Consulting
Griggs & Zito’s financial expertise offers a broad range of business consulting services to help your business grow, operate efficiently, and stay compliant with state and federal tax regulations.
•Strategic Planning
•Financial Management
•Operational Consulting
•Compliance & Risk
Estate Services
Griggs & Zito can provide estate-related services to help individuals, families, and businesses manage wealth transfer, taxes, and compliance by coordinating with attorneys and financial advisors, calculating estate and gift tax, minimizing tax liabilities through exemptions and deductions, helping executors manage estate assets, tracking distributions of beneficiaries and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
https://www.oregon.gov/dor/programs/individuals/pages/default.aspx
Where’s My refund?
https://www.oregon.gov/dor/pro
grams/individuals/Pages/Where-is-my-refund.aspx
Tax Withholding Estimator
https://www.irs.gov/individuals/tax-withholding-estimator

At the heart of our firm is a belief that accounting is more than numbers; it is about trust, clarity, and partnership. As two dedicated professionals, we bring together our complementary strengths to provide balanced, thoughtful guidance.

Our mission is to empower businesses and individuals with clarity, confidence, and financial insight. As dedicated partners, we combine our expertise, integrity, and personalized approach to deliver accounting solutions that go beyond numbers. We are committed to building lasting relationships, guiding our clients toward growth, compliance, and success, while fostering a collaborative firm culture rooted in trust and excellence.

Kris Zito is a Certified Public Accountant and entrepreneur with more than twenty years of experience in public accounting and business advisory services. He began his career in 2004 with Anderson ZurMuehlen & Co., P.C. in Billings, Montana, where he built a strong foundation in tax and financial services. In 2007, Kris joined Isler CPA in Eugene, Oregon, further expanding his expertise in accounting and advisory work.
Guided by an entrepreneurial spirit, Kris earned his CPA designation and went on to successfully establish and manage his own tax practice for a decade. He later merged with Emge & Whyte CPAs, where he spent five years strengthening his practice and broadening his client base. Today, Kris co-leads a firm with Tauna Griggs, CPA, combining their skills to deliver exceptional service and trusted guidance.
Kris specializes in tax preparation for individuals, businesses, and nonprofits, with a particular passion for supporting entrepreneurs. He provides comprehensive accounting, planning, and strategic advisory services, leveraging remote collaboration to serve clients nationwide. His approach is rooted in professionalism, accessibility, and a commitment to helping clients achieve financial clarity and long-term success.
In his free time, Kris is an avid outdoorsman. He enjoys cycling, running, fishing, camping, hiking, and often travels with his wife, three children, and granddaughter. Kris finds balance and inspiration in both family and nature, which continues to shape his outlook and energy in life and business.
Professional Designations and Memberships
• Certified Public Accountant, Oregon
• Oregon Society of CPAs
• AICPA – Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
Community Service
• Independent Environments, Inc., Board of Directors
(2013-2021)

Tauna Griggs grew up in Eugene, Oregon, where her early years were shaped by gymnastics and national competitions, as well as family adventures in the scenic outdoors. Her lifelong love of nature and animals inspired her to earn a degree in Fisheries and Wildlife from Oregon State University. Following a brief internship with the U.S. Forest Service, she pursued a career as a zookeeper, working at nationally recognized animal parks in Texas, Florida, and Oregon.
Seeking new challenges, Tauna returned to Eugene to join her father at Griggs and Associates, where she gained invaluable experience in accounting and client services. Over the next twelve years, she expanded her expertise through roles at Warren and Associates and Emge & Whyte before co-founding her own firm with Kris Zito.
Tauna credits her father for instilling the importance of cultivating long-term client relationships built on trust and respect. She has carried forward those values, finding genuine joy in serving the public. Today, she specializes in individual tax returns, estates, and trusts, offering clients not only technical expertise but also patience and clarity in explaining complex accounting and tax concepts. Her positive nature, diligence, and commitment to client success have earned her a reputation for excellence.
Outside of her professional life, Tauna enjoys living in the country, where she continues to care for animals, including her beloved cats and two elderly alpacas. She spends her free time hiking, traveling, and exploring nature with family and friends, staying true to the passions that have guided her throughout her life.
Professional Designations and Memberships
• Certified Public Accountant, Oregon
• Oregon Society of CPAs
• AICPA – Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
Community Service
• Head Start of Lane County, Board of Directors
• Cat Rescue & Adoption Network, Volunteer
Reach out with any questions or to set up a meeting to discover the best path towards your financial needs!
1144 Gateway Loop Ste 122, Springfield, OR, USA
PH: (541) 654-0850 Fax: (541) 728-0506 Cecile@GZCPA.tax
Open today | 09:00 am – 04:30 pm |
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