Business Details
16 Years
experience
Expert Accounting and Financial Consulting Services in Ellijay, GA
Hensley CPA was established to deliver high-quality accounting, tax, regulatory, and advisory services tailored to community banks, real estate entities, and closely held companies. With decades of experience navigating complex financial landscapes, our team provides actionable insights to address modern business challenges. Our principal, Joe Hensley, brings over 40 years of expertise as a Certified Public Accountant and Chartered Global Management Accountant, having previously led one of North Georgia's largest CPA firms.We combine deep industry knowledge with personalized service to help clients achieve financial success through reliability, accuracy, and strategic guidance. Our services span financial reporting, tax planning, regulatory compliance, and business advisory, supported by a proven track record in community banking and real estate sectors. By leveraging cross-disciplinary expertise and maintaining partnerships with specialized professionals, we deliver comprehensive solutions that align with evolving client needs.
Services
Accounting Services
Tax Services
Regulatory Compliance
Advisory Services
Community Bank Consulting
Real Estate Analysis
Loan Review
Financial Modeling
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized expertise in community banking and real estate accounting.
- Our personalized service combines local market knowledge with national regulatory compliance experience.
- We provide comprehensive solutions for loan documentation, stress testing, and policy development.
- Our team includes former managing partners of North Georgia's largest CPA firms.
- We maintain strategic partnerships to deliver multidisciplinary solutions for complex financial challenges.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
Services
Accounting Services
Our accounting services include financial statement compilation, audit preparation, and internal reporting tailored for banks and real estate entities. We ensure accurate financial records that meet banking requirements and regulatory standards. Our team provides reliable financial infrastructure to support business decision-making and growth strategies.
Tax Services
We offer comprehensive tax planning, compliance, and minimization strategies for various business entities. Our services include tax return preparation, regulatory filings, and strategic advisory to optimize tax positions. With deep understanding of industry-specific tax challenges, we help clients maintain compliance while maximizing financial efficiency.
Regulatory Compliance
Specialized regulatory services for community banks and public companies include FDIC/OCC reporting, SEC filings, and loan documentation review. We assist with stress testing, allowance calculations, and policy development to meet evolving regulatory requirements. Our expertise ensures clients maintain compliance with complex financial regulations.
Advisory Services
Our advisory services provide strategic guidance for business growth, profit maximization, and project evaluation. We develop feasibility studies, financial forecasts, and impact assessments to support informed decision-making. With cross-industry expertise, we help clients navigate complex business challenges and implement effective solutions.
Real Estate Analysis
We offer specialized real estate analysis including loan portfolio stress testing, development feasibility studies, and HUD-compliant property reports. Our services support informed investment decisions through comprehensive market analysis and financial modeling. We combine local market knowledge with national regulatory expertise for real estate entities.
People
Joseph C. Hensley
Principal
Certified Public Accountant with 40+ years of experience in accounting and financial consulting. Former managing partner of North Georgia's largest CPA firm. Expertise in community banking, real estate, and business advisory services. Graduated from Georgia Tech with highest honors in 1978.
Questions
What industries does HensleyCPA specialize in?
We specialize in community banking, real estate development, and services for closely-held companies. Our expertise includes regulatory compliance, financial reporting, and strategic advisory for these sectors.
How can HensleyCPA help community banks with regulatory requirements?
We provide FDIC/OCC reporting assistance, loan documentation review, stress testing, and policy development. Our team has decades of experience navigating banking regulations and maintaining compliance.
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide financial statement compilation, audit preparation, tax services, and regulatory compliance solutions tailored to banks, real estate entities, and small businesses across Georgia and the Southeast.
How do I schedule a consultation?
Contact us at 706-276-4800 to schedule an appointment. Our Ellijay office serves clients throughout North Georgia, with flexible meeting options available for out-of-town clients.
What makes HensleyCPA different from other firms?
Our unique combination of community banking expertise, real estate experience, and personalized service sets us apart. We offer practical solutions from decades of hands-on industry experience in both public accounting and private sector roles.
