Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted CPA Partner in Matthews, NC
Franklin & Franklin PA has been providing comprehensive accounting and advisory services since 1986, serving clients across North Carolina, South Carolina, and the United States. Our firm specializes in tax return preparation, financial consulting, and auditing services tailored to individuals, small businesses, churches, and nonprofit organizations. Built on Christian principles, we emphasize financial accountability and integrity, aligning our work with biblical values to support our clients' long-term success. With over 50 years of combined experience, our team of licensed CPAs delivers personalized solutions to help clients navigate complex financial challenges. We prioritize building lasting relationships through transparent communication, technical expertise, and a commitment to ethical standards.Our services extend beyond traditional accounting, offering strategic guidance for business start-ups, financial planning, and system optimization. Recognized for our dedication to the nonprofit sector, we have conducted audits and reviews for churches and organizations for decades, ensuring compliance and fiscal responsibility. Though we now refer specialized audit work to trusted partners, our focus remains on delivering reliable, client-centered accounting services. We serve as a trusted extension of our clients' teams, combining professional excellence with a ministry-minded approach to foster financial stability and growth.
Services
Tax Return Preparation
Financial Consulting
Audit Services
Nonprofit Accounting
Business Start-Up Advisory
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of combined CPA experience in tax and nonprofit accounting.
- Our services are rooted in Christian principles of financial accountability and integrity.
- We specialize in tailored solutions for churches, nonprofits, and small businesses.
- We provide personalized consultations to optimize financial systems and savings.
- We maintain long-term client relationships through transparent, ethical practices.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountants (NC License)
Services
Tax Return Preparation
We prepare accurate tax returns for individuals, small businesses, and nonprofits, ensuring compliance while maximizing deductions. Our CPAs identify savings opportunities and mitigate audit risks through meticulous documentation. Clients benefit from strategic year-round tax planning to optimize financial outcomes.
Financial Consulting
Our consulting services analyze accounting systems to improve efficiency and profitability. We guide startups through financial setup and help established entities streamline processes. Clients receive actionable insights for budget management, cost reduction, and long-term stability.
Nonprofit Accounting
Specializing in nonprofit financial systems, we ensure compliance with grant and lending requirements. We conduct audits and reviews to verify accountability, now partnering with niche firms for specialized audit work while maintaining advisory support for churches and organizations.
Business Start-Up Advisory
We assist entrepreneurs in establishing financial frameworks, including budgeting and accounting systems. Our expertise reduces early-stage financial risks while aligning business models with sustainable growth strategies tailored to industry-specific needs.
System Analysis
We evaluate existing accounting procedures to identify inefficiencies and implement improvements. Our third-party analysis uncovers cost-saving opportunities and enhances financial reporting accuracy, supporting data-driven decision-making for businesses and nonprofits.
People
John A. Franklin
Certified Public Accountant
John A. Franklin, CPA with NC License #12525, co-founded the firm in 1986. He specializes in nonprofit accounting and tax strategy, bringing over 40 years of experience in church audits and financial compliance.
Matthew A. Franklin
Certified Public Accountant
Matthew A. Franklin, CPA with NC License #30378, continues the firm's legacy of integrity-driven accounting. He focuses on small business consulting and tax representation, leveraging decades of combined family expertise in financial planning.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for nonprofits?
We provide tax preparation, system analysis, and audit referrals tailored to churches and nonprofits, ensuring compliance with grant and lending requirements.
Do you specialize in any industry sectors?
Yes, we specialize in nonprofit organizations, churches, and small businesses, with over 40 years of experience in their unique financial needs.
Are your CPAs licensed in North Carolina?
Yes, both Franklin partners hold active North Carolina CPA licenses with over 50 combined years of practice.
How do you handle audit requirements?
We now refer specialized audits to trusted niche firms but continue offering preparatory work and advisory support for audit readiness.
What Christian principles guide your work?
We align with Colossians 3:23-24, treating accounting as ministry through ethical practices, financial accountability, and service to clients.
Can you assist with business startup financials?
Yes, we help startups establish accounting systems, create budgets, and develop financial strategies for sustainable growth.
