Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accounting, Tax, and Advisory Services in Atlanta
Smith + Howard is a tax, accounting, and advisory firm headquartered in Atlanta with a national reach. Founded over half a century ago, we combine deep technical expertise with a commitment to personalized service, delivering strategic solutions for businesses, nonprofits, and individuals. Our team of seasoned professionals excels in accounting, audit, tax planning, cyber risk management, and transaction advisory services, driven by a culture of excellence, integrity, and community impact. With a focus on creating extraordinary value, we prioritize client relationships, innovative problem-solving, and ethical standards.Recognized as one of America's Best Tax and Accounting Firms by USA Today, we serve clients across industries, including construction, healthcare, real estate, and technology. Our 10-year vision emphasizes growth through client-centric service, employee development, and community engagement. We offer tailored solutions such as ISO 27001 certification, financial due diligence, and tax credit optimization, supported by a team with an average of 24+ years of experience. Our commitment extends beyond business to nonprofit board participation and over $5 million in community contributions over the past decade.
Services
Accounting
Tax Advisory
Audit Services
Cyber Risk Management
Transaction Advisory
Internal Audit
Process Automation
ISO 27001 Certification
Financial Consulting
Human Capital Services
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in accounting and tax advisory services.
- Our team includes Certified QuickBooks Professionals and ISO 27001-certified experts.
- We provide personalized service with a focus on long-term client relationships.
- Recognized as USA Today's Best Tax and Accounting Firm for 16 consecutive years.
- We combine national expertise with community-driven values and local market knowledge.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 27001
What people say
Exceptional advice
Invaluable guidance
Responsive service
Tax expertise
Strategic solutions
Services
Accounting Services
Our accounting services provide clarity on financial operations through financial statement preparation, controllership support, and QuickBooks expertise. Certified professionals deliver accurate reporting and tax compliance for businesses of all sizes. We help clients streamline accounting processes and maintain regulatory compliance.
Tax Advisory
We offer strategic tax planning for businesses and high-net-worth individuals, including entity selection, international tax compliance, and incentive programs. Our team minimizes liabilities while aligning strategies with long-term business objectives through proactive, personalized guidance.
Audit Services
Our audit services combine compliance expertise with strategic insights to improve business health. We provide financial statement audits, employee benefit plan audits, and SOC reporting that meet regulatory standards while delivering actionable recommendations for operational improvements.
Cyber Risk Management
We help businesses mitigate cyber risks through ISO 27001 certification, risk assessments, and compliance strategies. Our experts translate technical requirements into practical plans to protect sensitive data and ensure business continuity against evolving threats.
Transaction Advisory
Our transaction advisory services cover financial due diligence, tax structuring, and quality of earnings analysis for buy/sell transactions. We help clients navigate complex deals while optimizing tax outcomes and ensuring alignment with strategic growth objectives.
Questions
What services does Smith + Howard offer?
We provide accounting, audit, tax advisory, cyber risk management, transaction advisory, and human capital services to businesses, nonprofits, and individuals.
Are you certified tax professionals?
Yes, our team includes certified CPAs and tax specialists with expertise in business, international, and private client tax planning.
Do you serve clients outside Atlanta?
We operate nationally with offices in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and India.
What industries do you specialize in?
We serve construction, healthcare, real estate, technology, professional services, and nonprofit sectors with tailored financial solutions.
How do you handle complex tax situations?
Our experts specialize in multistate tax compliance, international tax planning, and private equity tax strategies to minimize liabilities.
What sets you apart from other firms?
We combine technical excellence with personalized service, community values, and a 50-year track record of client-focused results.
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