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Cheryl Clifton

Cheryl Clifton, CPA
Partner

678.741.2560
cclifton@bspj.com

Connecting to your accounting needs

“I’m a strong believer in client service. By that I mean relating to clients as a friend as well as an advisor, and connecting our expertise to their needs, situations and goals in a way that enhances their success. This is my top priority.”

Experience

Cheryl has over 15 years of accounting experience, including more than ten with BSPJ, where she heads the firm’s accounting services group. A highly talented professional, Cheryl has worked with numerous small and mid-sized businesses in a variety of industries including construction, manufacturing, services, retail and wholesale.

Expertise

In addition to a thorough understanding of business accounting, Cheryl has specialized knowledge in QuickBooks, Peachtree, Netledger and other accounting software programs. Therefore, she is very good at assisting clients with the selection and implementation of accounting systems for their businesses.

Approach

First, she listens carefully to understand what her clients need, and then using her accounting expertise, business knowledge and broad experience, provides effective solutions that meet their needs in a timely fashion.

Involvements

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Member
  • Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants, Member

Education

B.B.A. in business administration from Kennesaw State University

Other interests

Playing golf and spending time with her family

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According to a recent study by the Associated Certified Fraud Examiners small businesses are more susceptible to fraud than bigger publicly held corporations.  The average fraud scheme lasts an average of 18 months (from inception to discovery).

IRS to Expand Audits as Government's Cash Runs Low

The Internal Revenue Service is trying to recoup about $14 billion in revenue that they estimate companies underpay in the employer portion of employment  taxes each year.

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