ST. LOUIS (August 26, 2025) – Tarlton, St. Louis’ largest women-owned general contracting and construction management firm, expands its construction accounting team through the promotion of Amanda Schmitt to senior project accountant. In addition, Tarlton welcomes the financial backgrounds and expertise of Brian Stout, project accountant; Jack Martin, corporate accountant; and Kate Scotino, accounts payable specialist.
Schmitt joined Tarlton in 2013, serving in operations and finance roles with increasing seniority.
In her new role, she will forecast and track project costs; monitor all expenses; and collaborate with project team members on financial health and compliance. She holds a certificate as an administrative assistant from Hickey College in St. Louis. She also has served on Tarlton’s philanthropy and process improvement committees.
“Amanda’s deep knowledge of Tarlton’s accounting and operations makes her a key team member,” said Daccota Lenny, Tarlton assistant controller. “She demonstrates exceptional attention to detail in the management of project finances, and her hard work and commitment have made a significant impact on our team and in our projects.”
Stout brings to Tarlton his accounting expertise in working at both large and small construction firms. He holds a master’s degree in professional accounting from Texas A&M University-San Antonio and a bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance from the University of Texas at San Antonio.
Bringing to Tarlton the accounting acumen and experience acquired at a leading St. Louis-based residential real estate firm, Martin holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis on marketing from University of Missouri-Columbia. Scotino brings her background and skills in account management and sales to Tarlton. She previously served as account manager and billing specialist at the country’s largest property, casualty and auto insurance provider. She holds a bachelor’s degree in secondary education from University of Wisconsin-River Falls.