Chris Sellman

Chris Sellman’s deep roots in construction accounting and commitment to excellence have made him a trusted advisor to contractors across the Carolinas.

Chris joined Smith + Howard in 2000 and is a Partner in the Assurance Practice. He has spent his entire career serving the commercial construction industry, offering clients a rare combination of industry knowledge and technical expertise. With 25 years of experience, Chris supports clients through every stage of growth. That specialized expertise is part of a nationally recognized construction practice, with Smith + Howard ranked No. 27 on Construction Executive’s 2026 list of the Top 50 Construction Accounting Firms.

Chris earned his accounting degree from North Carolina State University and holds the Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP) designation. He is a member of the AICPA and state CPA societies and formerly served as President of NUCA of the Carolinas.

Location

• Cary, North Carolina

Education

• North Carolina State University – Bachelor of Accounting

Affiliations

• North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional (CCIFP)
• National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) of the Carolinas (past President)