We are excited to share that Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A. (BPS), one of the largest locally owned public accounting firms in South Carolina, has joined forces with Smith + Howard, a nationally recognized accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Atlanta.
BPS—a Top 250 Firm recognized by INSIDE Public Accounting—has earned a strong reputation for delivering tailored advisory services and trusted guidance across a broad range of industries. As part of Smith + Howard, BPS joins a firm with shared values, a client-first culture, and a common approach to service. Clients will benefit from expanded resources, deeper technical expertise, and enhanced capabilities.
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“Joining Smith + Howard marks an exciting next chapter for our firm and our clients. This partnership strengthens our ability to ensure the long-term success of our employees and our clients by expanding the services, resources, and expertise we bring to the table. It aligns us with a firm that shares our commitment to trust, innovation, and collaborative relationships, allowing us to continue delivering exceptional accounting and advisory services while supporting sustainable growth for everyone involved.”
Jay Swearingen, CPA, Managing Shareholder, BPS
Unmatched Expertise: Bringing a deep bench of experts nationwide allows us to expand the services we offer clients and contribute in meaningful ways to every aspect of their growth and sustainability.
Values + Culture: Smith + Howard shares our commitment to integrity, excellence, and teamwork, making this a natural fit for our people and our mission.
Proven Excellence: The firm has been recognized for excellence in both industry performance and workplace culture, ranking #83 on INSIDE Public Accounting’s “Top 500 CPA Firms,” #10 on The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s “Top Workplaces for Mid-Size Companies,” and earning USA Today’s “Top Workplaces” honor.
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You can still reach us at our same office 1501 Main Street, Suite 600 Columbia, SC 29201 or you can reach us at Mail: Post Office Box 1330 Columbia, SC 29202 P: 803.771.8943 F: 803.771.8958 Email: [email protected] [email protected]
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