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Professional Overview

For over 25 years Tom has provided audit and consulting services to a diverse customer base that includes both private and public sector entities. He is versed in reporting and disclosure requirements and preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP, accounting for complex transactions, and implementing new accounting standards.

Tom also has extensive experience advising customers with a broad range of projects and issues including internal controls and process improvement, debt and equity funding strategies, and development of financial models for forecasting profitability and cash flow. Prior to joining Elliott Davis in 1998, Tom provided audit and consulting services as a member of a Big Four accounting firm. He began his career as a commercial loan officer with a national bank.

Tom serves as Office Leader for our Raleigh location.

Education, Credentials and Special Training

• Certified Public Accountant
• Masters of Accountancy, University of South Carolina
• B.S., Finance, University of South Carolina

Civic and Community Activities

• Board Member and Treasurer, Goodwill Industries
• Board Member and Former President, Central (SC) Habitat for Humanity
• Board Member and Treasurer, Congaree Land Trust
• Graduate of the Diversity Leadership Initiative at Furman University
• Former Board Member, Court Appointed Special Advocates
• Alumnus, Leadership Columbia, Columbia Chamber of Commerce
• Alumnus, Leadership Raleigh, Raleigh Chamber of Commerce

Professional Affiliations

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
• South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
• Government Financial Officers Association