Top Certified Public Accountants in Oklahoma
Finding the best CPA can be a daunting task, especially in a big place like Oklahoma. Not to worry though, we’ve got you covered because we have searched out the top accountants in Oklahoma. We will also have helpful article to help plan finances, answer tax questions, and address those bookkeeping problems.
It is important to build a strong connection with your CPA so they can best benefit you and it is extremely important that whomever you are working with is someone you feel comfortable with. We highly suggest interviewing your potential accountants and getting to know them before picking the one that is perfect for you. Our list of the best accountants in Oklahoma is a great place to start. Thanks to your continuous feedback we can ensure that others on our site get to find the top CPAs in their area.
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Michael A. (Mike) Crawford, CPA
Oklahoma City, OK
Mike is a Certified Public Accountant and received a bachelor’s degree in accounting from East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma in 1977. Michael A. (Mike) Crawford is Chairman Emeritus of Crawford & Associates and has over 34 years of experience working in the practice area of state and local government accounting, auditing and consulting. He is currently retired from active practice with the firm, but continues to serve as a consultant and advisor to the firm and its clients and a frequent public speaker.
Paul Emmons CPA
Tulsa, OK
Paul Emmons has over 35 total years experience as a CPA and businessman. In addition to more than 10 years in public accounting, Paul has served as chief financial officer for a number of companies. His career has provided him with additional experience as chief operating and chief executive officer which has allowed him to broaden his perspective on business.
Deanna Crawford, CPA
Oklahoma City, OK
Deanna is a Certified Public Accountant that worked for Crawford & Associates her entire professional career, beginning in 1990 upon graduation from college. She has a degree in Accounting from East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma. Deanna has over 27 years experience serving governmental entities and is responsible for managing the firm’s practice in the southeastern part of Oklahoma. In 2004, Deanna became a shareholder in Crawford & Associates.
Michele Brenner, CPA
Moore, OK
Michele is the founder of the firm, she has been practicing public and corporate accounting since 1991. Michele has been the Controller for an International Corporation, a cost accountant for a major manufacturing corporation, as well as, small business owner. Michele specializes in a variety of solutions including tax planning, tax preparation, business consulting and IRS representation. She uses her vast knowledge in tax law to save her clients tax dollars.
Lacey Barger, CPA
Lawton, OK
Lacey joined the firm in January 2013 as an accountant. She is licensed as a CPA, a licensed securities advisor, currently affiliated with HD Vest Investment Services, and holds an insurance license. She prepares income tax returns and assists in compilation and reviewed financial statements. Lacey is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Oklahoma Society of Certified Public Accountants and graduated Summa Cum Laude from Cameron University in May 2013 with a Bachelor of Accounting and an Associate Degree in Science – Business.
Marcy Twyman, CPA
Oklahoma City, OK
Marcy Twyman is a Certified Public Accountant that joined the firm in March 2002 and became a shareholder in 2004. Before coming to Crawford and Associates, Marcy was Finance Director at the City of Guymon, Oklahoma for 11 years. Marcy was key in the City of Guymon being recognized as the first city in the United States to implement GASB 34. She was recognized as the 2000 Outstanding CPA in Business and Industry by the Oklahoma Society of CPAs.
Ted Blodgett, CPA
Norman, OK
Ted Blodgett, CPA, CVA, ABV, JD, is the Partner in charge of marketing and the firm’s valuation practice. Ted holds a CPA certificate from the State of Oklahoma and is a Certified Valuation Analyst. Ted graduate of the University of Oklahoma Law School as well as a licensed attorney with the Oklahoma Bar Association. Ted devotes a substantial amount of his time consulting and planning with clients in the construction and real estate sales and development industry. Ted is very involved in business valuation work for gift and estate tax purposes, litigation and for potential business sales. He provides tax and consulting advice to many of the firm’s individual and small business clients.
Bruce Chill, CPA
Oklahoma City, OK
Bruce Chill has more than 38 years of Big Four experience as a senior audit executive providing financial and business advice to a wide range of organizations, both small and large as well as publicly and privately held. Bruce’s clients have included a Who’s Who list of some of the most notable companies in this region of the country. He has the deep industry knowledge and technical experience to assist companies in anticipating trends, identifying implications and making informed decisions that support their business goals and differentiate them from the rest, improving their competitive strength.
Lou Ann Gibson, CPA/ABV, CVA, MAFF
Tulsa, OK
Lou Ann not only serves as the leader of HoganTaylor’s Business Valuation and Litigation Support practices, the largest and most experienced in the Oklahoma/NW Arkansas region, she is an accomplished CPA whose practice includes more than 30 years of public accounting experience providing specialized tax, financial and advisory services to privately held businesses, business owners, wealthy families and not-for-profit organizations.
J. Todd Clouse, CPA
Norman, OK
Todd is a 1988 graduate of the University of Oklahoma with a major in accounting; he received his Certificate in 1997. Todd has over 20 years of experience starting with Master Oil Company as their CFO, controller for SMG Oklahoma City and with Roger D. Cudd, CPA as a tax accountant.