Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Carteret County
Established in 1990, our firm has served Carteret County with dedicated accounting expertise since 1983. Our team of nine professionals, including five certified public accountants, delivers personalized tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll services, and financial statement compilations. We prioritize small-town values while offering strategic tax planning for individuals and businesses. Our staff's decades of collective experience ensure conscientious service across personal and corporate financial needs. Specializing in business entity structuring, we help clients protect assets and minimize tax liabilities.With deep roots in Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, and surrounding communities, we combine local knowledge with technical proficiency. Our CPAs maintain active certifications through continuous professional development. From individual returns to complex business transactions, we handle all compliance requirements efficiently. Client relationships built over 30+ years reflect our commitment to transparency and reliability. We simplify complex financial matters while maintaining rigorous attention to detail for every client.
Services
Tax Preparation
Bookkeeping Services
Payroll Processing
Financial Statements
Tax Planning
Business Structuring
Estate Planning
Entity Formation
Compliance Filings
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of local accounting expertise in Carteret County
- Our team includes five experienced certified public accountants
- We provide personalized service with small-town values
- Specialized in business entity structuring and tax minimization
- We maintain active CPA certifications through continuous education
Services
Tax Preparation
We prepare individual and business tax returns with meticulous attention to detail. Our CPAs ensure compliance while identifying legitimate deductions to minimize liabilities. Services cover corporations, partnerships, estates, and trusts.
Business Structuring
Specialized guidance on optimal business entity selection protects assets and reduces tax exposure. We advise on formations, mergers, acquisitions, and succession planning with strategic foresight.
Payroll Services
Comprehensive payroll management handles tax withholdings, filings, and regulatory compliance. Our system ensures accurate employee payments and timely government submissions for businesses of all sizes.
Financial Statements
We prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow analyses. These compilations provide clear business performance insights for stakeholders and decision-makers.
Tax Planning
Proactive year-round tax planning identifies savings opportunities and compliance requirements. Our strategies address both immediate obligations and long-term financial objectives for individuals and businesses.
People
Bradford H. Piner
Owner, CPA
Brad Piner, a native of Beaufort, has practiced accounting since 1983. After earning his CPA in 1985, he established this office in 1990. He specializes in business tax strategy and entity structuring.
Charlene Fulcher
CPA
Charlene Fulcher has served local clients since 1983. A Campbell University graduate with honors, she earned her CPA in 1987. Her expertise includes individual tax preparation and small business accounting solutions.
Jaime McCarthy
CPA
Jaime McCarthy joined the firm in 1994 and earned her CPA in 2000. A Beaufort native, she focuses on tax compliance and financial reporting for local businesses and residents.
Kelley Leach
CPA
Kelley Leach joined the team after completing her Master of Accounting at UNCW in 2009. Certified in 2011, she specializes in business tax planning and compliance services.
Corey Fulcher
CPA
Corey Fulcher, a UNC-Wilmington graduate, earned his CPA in 2014. He provides expertise in individual tax matters and business financial reporting, continuing the firm's tradition of local accounting excellence.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll processing, financial statements, business structuring, and tax planning for individuals and businesses in Carteret County.
Do you specialize in business tax planning?
Yes, we specialize in business entity selection, tax minimization strategies, and compliance planning for corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietors.
How can you help reduce my tax liability?
Our CPAs identify legitimate deductions and structure transactions strategically to minimize tax exposure while maintaining full compliance with current regulations.
Are you available for year-round tax planning?
Yes, we offer ongoing tax planning services to help clients optimize financial decisions and prepare for future tax obligations throughout the year.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Beaufort, Morehead City, Atlantic Beach, Harkers Island, and surrounding areas of Carteret County, North Carolina.
How experienced is your staff?
Our team includes five certified public accountants with decades of combined experience serving local businesses and residents since 1983.
