Jackie Smith is a 1980 graduate of Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting. She began her career in Las Vegas with Grant Thornton and received her CPA certificate in 1982. She joined Smith & Francis (formerly Barrett & Smith) in 1984 and became a partner in the firm in 1987.

Jackie is experienced in general areas of accounting including income tax planning, preparation and representation, auditing and business consulting. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Nevada Society of Certified Public Accountants.