Who we are
Two partners. Complementary profiles. One firm at your service.
JR Advisors integrates expertise in accounting, tax, payroll, treasury, and consulting so your company operates with order, compliance, and confidence.
Our Story
JR Advisors was founded with the purpose of giving Costa Rican companies access to high-level accounting, tax, and consulting services, with the closeness and personalized attention they deserve.
The firm was born from the conviction that companies — regardless of size — deserve direct attention from the professional in charge, technical rigor with international standards, and a real commitment to confidentiality. Today, JR Advisors accompanies its clients at every stage of their management, from basic accounting organization to specialized consulting.
10+
Years of experience
CPA 8487
Professional certification
MBA
Master of Business Administration
5
Integrated service lines
Leadership
Our Team
Luis Fernando Rivera Alfaro
Managing Partner
MBA · Certified Public Accountant CPA 8487
Luis Fernando Rivera Alfaro is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA 8487) registered with the Costa Rica Public Accountants Association, and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA). His professional career spans over ten years of experience in internal audit, internal controls, risk management, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, and financial analysis.
He has led audit and consulting projects in companies in the manufacturing, services, technology, and financial sectors in Costa Rica and Central America. His approach combines the technical rigor of international standards with a deep understanding of the Costa Rican business environment.
Areas of expertise
- Internal Audit and Financial Statement Audit
- Internal Controls and Risk Management (COSO)
- Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliance
- Financial Analysis and Management Dashboards
- Tax Planning and Compliance
- Process Optimization and Improvement
María José Jovel Flores
Partner
Licda. · Incorporated Private Accountant CPI 37430
María José Jovel Flores holds a degree in Public Accounting and is registered as an Incorporated Private Accountant (CPI 37430). Her experience covers financial accounting, audit, tax compliance, payroll administration, and accounting process optimization.
She has developed her career in multinational and national companies across various economic sectors, bringing a practical, efficiency-oriented perspective to every engagement.
Areas of expertise
- Financial Accounting
- Audit
- Tax Compliance
- Payroll Administration
- Accounting Process Optimization
How we work
01
Diagnosis
We learn about your company's needs, processes, and current situation before proposing any solution.
02
Scope Definition
We clearly agree on what will be done, how it will be done, and what the deliverables and expected timelines are.
03
Execution
We carry out the work with technical rigor, attention to detail, and continuous communication with the client.
04
Review & Communication
We present the results, explain the findings, and support the client in decision-making.
What guides us
Our Values
Integrity
We act with honesty and transparency in every engagement, backed by the Code of Ethics of the Costa Rica Public Accountants Association.
Technical Excellence
We apply the highest professional standards — IFRS, SOX, Costa Rican tax regulations — in every piece of work we do.
Confidentiality
Client information is handled with restricted access, safeguarding practices, and full professional discretion, backed by formal agreements.
Results Orientation
We don't settle for delivering reports. We ensure every analysis translates into concrete decisions and measurable value.
Personalized Attention
Each client receives direct attention from the professional in charge, with no intermediaries or generic responses.
Independence
We issue objective and independent opinions, free from conflicts of interest, to always protect the interests of our clients.
Confidentiality Commitment
All client information is handled with restricted access, safeguarding practices, and full professional discretion, backed by formal confidentiality agreements and the Code of Ethics of the Costa Rica Public Accountants Association.
Ready to talk about your company?
Contact us for a no-cost initial meeting. We learn about your needs and prepare a tailored proposal.