Khristine Espinoza

Overview

Khristine Espinoza is a Principal in Ryan’s Transaction Tax Compliance practice and is based in the Firm’s Houston office. She advises clients on U.S. federal and state motor fuel excise taxes, tax process automation, and tax systems implementation, helping organizations manage compliance obligations and improve operational efficiency in complex transaction tax environments. Khristine works closely with clients to design scalable, technology-enabled solutions that strengthen reporting accuracy, streamline processes, and support sustainable compliance frameworks.

With more than two decades of experience spanning tax consulting, tax technology, and operational leadership, Khristine brings a practical and solutions-focused perspective to transaction tax compliance. She has supported organizations through complex systems implementations, process transformation initiatives, and evolving regulatory requirements, combining technical tax expertise with deep operational insight. Prior to joining Ryan, Khristine co-founded Tax Advisory Services Group (TASG), where she helped build specialized capabilities in motor fuel excise tax and compliance services while supporting offshore operations and global growth initiatives. Known for her collaborative leadership style and focus on client outcomes, Khristine helps organizations navigate the complexities of transaction tax with clarity and confidence.

Education and Qualifications

Master of Science in Accounting, University of St. Thomas (TX)

Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, Houston Christian University

Experience and Achievements

Principal, Transaction Tax Compliance, Ryan, Houston office

• Advises clients on motor fuel excise tax compliance, automation, and tax systems implementation

• Supports scalable compliance solutions and operational process improvements

• Provides strategic guidance on transaction tax reporting and regulatory requirements

Principal, Tax Advisory Services Group (TASG)

• Co-founded and led a specialized tax advisory firm focused on motor fuel excise tax and compliance services

• Supported development of offshore operations to enhance global service delivery capabilities

Tax Senior Manager, Deloitte Tax LLP

• Managed transaction tax consulting engagements involving excise tax compliance and automation initiatives

• Advised clients on process improvement and systems implementation strategies

• Project Manager, FuelQuest

• Led tax technology and operational projects supporting fuel and transaction tax processes

Tax Technology Analyst, BP

• Supported tax systems and technology initiatives within the energy sector

Senior Consultant, Arthur Andersen LLP

• Advised clients on transaction tax and compliance-related matters