Business Details
Certified Accounting Services in South Carolina
The Hobbs Group is a full-service Certified Public Accounting firm with a reputation for excellence and standards of excellence built over decades. We serve businesses across the Southeastern United States from our offices in Columbia, Greenville, and Sumter, South Carolina. Our team of professionals brings over 350 years of combined experience to deliver assurance, tax, accounting, and advisory services tailored to clients ranging from startups to large enterprises. We are committed to client-centered solutions, cultivating long-term relationships, and maintaining the highest ethical standards. Our firm is recognized for its expertise in business valuation, forensic accounting, litigation support, and employee benefit plan audits.We invest in cutting-edge tools and continuous professional development to stay at the forefront of industry best practices. With a team of five shareholders, two principals, and over 50 total professionals, we combine technical proficiency with personalized service. Our dedication to quality is evidenced by our successful peer review history and membership in prestigious organizations like the AICPA and SCACPA. We prioritize understanding each client's unique needs to provide cost-effective, efficient solutions that add measurable value. Our legacy of trust and service excellence continues to make us a preferred partner for businesses seeking reliable financial expertise.
Services
Audit & Attestation
Business Valuation
Client Accounting Services
Forensic Accounting
Tax Services
Litigation Support
Employee Benefit Plans
Consulting Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 350 years of combined professional accounting experience.
- Our firm maintains memberships in top industry organizations like AICPA and SCACPA.
- We provide customized solutions for businesses from startups to large enterprises.
- Recognized as a 2025 Top 500 Firm by INSIDE Public Accounting.
- We specialize in complex services like business valuation and forensic accounting.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- South Carolina Association of CPAs
- CPAmerce
Services
Business Valuation
Our business valuation services provide independent, supportable opinions of value using industry-standard methodologies. We assist clients with mergers, acquisitions, divorce settlements, and estate planning. Our CPAs bring 45+ years of combined experience to deliver accurate assessments that meet IRS and legal requirements.
Forensic Accounting
We offer forensic accounting services for fraud investigations, litigation support, and dispute resolution. Our certified professionals analyze financial records, prepare expert reports, and provide courtroom testimony. Services include damage computations, contract analysis, and internal control assessments for legal and corporate clients.
Tax Services
Our tax services cover compliance, planning, and strategy for individuals and businesses. We utilize advanced software to prepare returns for corporations, partnerships, trusts, and nonprofits while optimizing deductions and minimizing liabilities through strategic planning.
Audit & Attestation
We provide full-spectrum audit and attestation services with three assurance levels: audits, reviews, and compilations. Our firm maintains strict quality controls and received a peer review pass, demonstrating our commitment to ethical standards and accurate financial reporting.
Client Accounting Services
Our client accounting services include bookkeeping, payroll, financial statement analysis, and software solutions. We help small businesses maintain accurate records, improve workflow efficiency, and prepare for tax season with monthly, quarterly, or annual support options.
People
Mark T. Hobbs
Managing Shareholder
CPA, CFF, CGMA with leadership responsibility for firm strategy and client relationships. Specializes in forensic accounting and business valuation services.
Christina R. Kelly
Shareholder, Attest
CPA providing attest services and audit expertise. Focuses on delivering high-quality assurance engagements for diverse business sectors.
Allison B. Pena
Shareholder, Client Accounting Services
CPA specializing in client accounting solutions and employee benefit plan audits. Helps businesses optimize financial operations and compliance.
Allyson T. DeHart
Shareholder, Tax and Litigation Consulting
CPA, CFE offering tax strategy and litigation consulting services. Expertise in forensic accounting and expert witness testimony for legal cases.
Evan M. Hobbs
Shareholder, Attest and Tax
CPA, CVA providing audit and tax services. Specializes in business valuation and compliance solutions for corporate clients.
Questions
What accounting services does The Hobbs Group offer?
We provide audit & attestation, business valuation, tax planning, forensic accounting, employee benefit plan audits, and client accounting services tailored to your needs.
Do you serve specific industries?
Yes, we work with law firms, healthcare providers, government contractors, manufacturers, nonprofits, and retail businesses across the Southeastern United States.
How does your firm ensure service quality?
We maintain rigorous quality control policies, undergo regular peer reviews, and invest in continuous staff training with the latest industry tools and methodologies.
Can you handle complex financial disputes?
Our forensic accounting team specializes in fraud investigations, litigation support, and expert witness testimony for complex financial disputes and legal cases.
What makes your business valuation services unique?
With 45+ years of combined experience, we deliver independent, supportable valuations for mergers, divorces, estate planning, and ESOP implementations using proven methodologies.
