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Bowers Promotes Lyndi Hill, CPA, MBA to Partner at Our Watertown Office

January 12, 2026

Lyndi Hill, CPA, MBA has been promoted from Manager to Partner at Bowers in Watertown, New York. Lyndi is a North Country native, born and raised in Cape Vincent, NY in Jefferson County, where she currently resides with her husband and two children. Lyndi obtained her Bachelor of Science degrees in Accounting and Corporate Finance at St. John Fisher University and her Master of Business Administration with concentration in Public Accounting at the State University of New York at Oswego.  Lyndi started her public accounting career at Poulsen & Podvin, CPA in September 2011 as a Staff Accountant under Laurie Podvin, which merged with Bowers in January 2014.  Lyndi has been in public accounting for 14 years and a part of the Bowers Watertown office for 12 years.  In 2022, Lyndi was named in NNY Business Magazine as one of Northern New York’s Emerging Leaders “20 Under 40”.

Lyndi steps into her new role with a strong commitment to supporting the Firm’s culture, growth, and client relationships. She is especially passionate about investing in people and helping the next generation of professionals grow.

In her own words, “I look forward to contributing to the Firm’s continued success and serving as a trusted advisor to our Northern New York community. Partnership carries a responsibility to mentor, develop, and advocate for the next generation of professionals.”

She approaches this role with deep appreciation for the trust placed in her and a dedication to leading with integrity, strengthening relationships, and fostering an environment where people feel supported and valued.

Laurie Podvin, CPA, Partner-in-Charge of Watertown Office and member of Bowers Executive Committee, said “Her longstanding dedication, outstanding client service, and unwavering support for developing our team have made a meaningful and lasting impact. She brings strong leadership, strategic insight, and a genuine passion for helping others succeed — all of which have contributed greatly to our firm’s growth. This promotion is a well earned recognition of her hard work and commitment.” Congratulations to Lyndi Hill on the promotion to Partner.

About Bowers

Founded in 1977, Bowers has grown into a leading accounting and advisory firm with offices in Syracuse, Rochester, and Watertown. The firm has also recently expanded its presence to Ithaca. Bowers serves clients across New York State and throughout the United States. Exceptional client service is the foundation of Bowers’ culture. The firm is defined by its people, whose dedication, expertise, and collaborative approach shape every client relationship and drive the value the firm delivers.

Bowers provides proactive guidance and tailored solutions across Tax Services, Audit and Assurance, and Client Accounting and Advisory Services. The firm’s mission is to build strong, collaborative relationships that create genuine value. Bowers develops strategic tax plans, conducts reliable audits, and provides ongoing advisory support. In every engagement, the firm customizes its approach to help businesses grow, adapt, and thrive.

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