Manufacturing

The distribution, manufacturing and warehousing industries are facing significant internal and external pressures. Rising costs, increasingly sophisticated competition, global competition, increased regulations, technology adjustments and labor matters — to name a few — present challenges to the growth of businesses in these industries. This makes it more critical than ever that businesses turn to accountants and advisers who have specific expertise in their industry and the ability and commitment to actively seek solutions and maximize opportunities.

Smith & Howard’s experience serving this community has given us the knowledge and insight to serve your complex and growing needs. To complement our tax and audit services, we also provide expertise in Research & Development, and are skilled at assisting companies who are applying for R&D credits — whether national or state by state. We spend time on your business' financial matters so that you can spend more time running your business.

Meet the manufacturing leadership team:


Debbie Torrance, Partner, Team Leader


Paul Atkinson, Partner


Jodi Malis, Partner


Sean Taylor, Partner




Melissa Horne, Senior Manager


Sean Spitzer, Senior Manager


Cas Pittman, Manager


June 3, 2013: Georgia's manufacturing index fell by 1.0 point in May, based on decreases in production and finished inventory. Get the full details in the PDF above.

First Quarter 2013: Georgia's GIBI increased 8.9 points in the first quarter of 2013.