About Pugh CPAs, knoxville's most established business advisory and CPA firm.

History and Expertise

We got our start in Knoxville, Tennessee in 1969 and have grown into a regional firm with global connections. We’ve been in business a LONG time and that means we’ve worked with a diverse group of industries and clients. Of course, we do tax planning, compliance, auditing, and accounting but our passion is collaborating with our clients to ensure that your business and financial goals are met. It’s critical for your business advisors to understand how your business operates within your industry—we get that! Our longevity is connected to the relationships we build with our clients and that’s how we build trust. You can be confident that Pugh CPAs has the knowledge, skills and abilities to help you achieve your goals. Brilliant people with servant hearts work here.

Some of our areas of expertise are listed below:

Auto Dealerships

From cash flow issues to obtaining floor plan financing to financial reporting and tax compliance, we understand this industry’s challenges. Let us help you reach your financial goals.

Construction

From unusual business cycles, complex financing arrangements, economic factors, Pugh CPAs has extensive experience in working with all sizes of general contractors, subcontractors and developers. We understand the daily struggles and are here to help.

Employee Benefit Plans

As a member of the AICPA Employee Benefit Plan Audit Quality Center, we have the expertise to understand the reporting requirements and the challenges from the ever-changing regulations from DOL and ERISA. This means we’ve made the commitment to understanding this industry so we can better serve our clients.

Financial Institutions

We are specialists in this highly regulated environment with over 30 years of experience. Our highly trained and experienced team can assist and advise you on all types of assurance, tax, compliance and regulatory issues. Information technology consulting is also an area we are well versed in. We even have a former FDIC IT auditor on our staff!

Government Contractors

Navigating the complex government compliance requirements throughout the process of bidding, implementing and completing project for the government can be a challenge. Let us guide you through the numerous accounting, auditing and tax issues that arise as your business evolves.

Government Entities

We are a member of the AICPA Governmental Audit Quality Center. We are committed to providing the highest quality service to our governmental practice. Local governments need advisors who understand public sector challenges. From meeting demands for services to balancing budgets and understanding funding concerns, Pugh CPAs understands the complexities.

Real Estate

Market fluctuations, changes in tax law and interest rates we understand these challenges. We can help you navigate through an ever-changing economy to help you meet your business objectives.

Wholesale/Retail

Consistent and accurate financial reporting is key to operating effectively and efficiently. As the economy changes, labor and product costs can rise and margins can shrink. We can help you stay on track as you report to your stakeholders, including creditors, owners and governmental agencies.

Non-Profit Organizations

You provide an invaluable resource to our community and we want you to succeed. We help you meet the reporting requirements necessary to effectively communicate with your management, board of directors and funding sources to advance your mission.

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