Hughes & Associates

At Hughes & Associates, Inc., we are a full-service tax, accounting, and financial services firm dedicated to providing exceptional support to small to medium-sized businesses and their owners. Our team's extensive experience goes beyond the typical professional services firm, with expertise in various industries such as construction, real estate, medicine, food service, and education. We are licensed in Utah, with experience and clients scattered across 23 states.

Our team is led by Thomas C. Hughes, MBA - International Management, who has been actively involved in accounting since 1996. With a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Brigham Young University and a MBA/Master of International Management from Thunderbird - The American Graduate School of International Management, Tom has performed extensive development work and presented business strategy seminars in Germany and Russia. He is fluent in German and dabbles in Spanish. His work, research, and graduate studies have focused on International Marketing, Accounting, and Europe.

Tom started an accounting firm out of his home in 1996 and has continued to add forward-thinking accountants and staff over the years to develop Cedar City's premier accounting services firm. He has a complete knowledge of QuickBooks, helping bookkeepers and business owners understand and utilize their accounting records for better management of their business, as well as better tax planning.

Our team also includes David D. Harris, MBA - International Business, who received his BA degree from Brigham Young University and a MBA degree from Thunderbird, The American Graduate School of International Management. David has worked for several years with the Franklin Covey Company, where he was involved in marketing, custom training coordination, and intranet development and management. He is fluent in Japanese and has also studied Mandarin Chinese.

Additionally, our team is comprised of Caroline C. Brown, CPA, MAcc, who received her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Southern Utah University and later graduated with a Master of Accountancy degree there in 2002. Prior to her work in Cedar City, she also previously held a position at a Wyoming CPA firm in which she prepared complex tax returns and performed various bookkeeping duties.

At Hughes & Associates, Inc., we specialize in providing personalized accounting services to our clients, including preparing personal and business tax returns, assisting with entity formation, tax planning, and accounting functions of small businesses. We have expert capabilities using the QuickBooks accounting program and are dedicated to helping our clients manage their finances efficiently and effectively.

Our team is committed to providing exceptional service and support to our clients, helping them navigate the complex world of finance and accounting. We understand the unique needs and challenges faced by small to medium-sized businesses and their owners, and we are dedicated to helping them succeed and grow.

If you are looking for a reliable and experienced accounting firm to help manage your financial needs, look no further than Hughes & Associates, Inc. Our team is ready to provide you with the personalized service and support you need to achieve your financial goals.