Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accounting and Tax Services in Ashland, KY
Smith Goolsby Artis & Reams has provided sound tax, accounting, auditing, and consulting services since 1950. Our firm was formed through the 2014 merger of two established practices, combining over 140 years of collective experience. We serve clients across Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia, and Virginia, maintaining offices in Ashland and Cincinnati. Our team of certified professionals holds advanced designations including CPA, ABV, CFF, and CGMA, reflecting our commitment to technical excellence. We invest in continuing education and technology to deliver high-quality services tailored to each client's needs. As members of the AICPA's Private Companies Practice Section and Allinial Global, we adhere to rigorous quality control standards through annual peer reviews.Our approach emphasizes personalized attention, with professionals who understand both local markets and global business challenges. We serve diverse industries including construction, healthcare, nonprofits, and financial institutions. Our affiliations provide access to technical resources that enhance our service delivery capabilities. For over seven decades, we have built lasting client relationships by prioritizing integrity, expertise, and measurable results.
Services
Tax Services
Audit & Assurance
Business Valuations
Estate Planning
IT Consulting
Bookkeeping & Payroll
Employee Benefit Plans
Succession Planning
Corporate Tax Preparation
Trusts & Estates
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- Over 70 years of combined experience from our founding firms
- Personalized attention from certified professionals with advanced designations
- Access to global resources through Allinial Global affiliation
- Rigorous quality control through annual peer reviews
- Industry-specific expertise across construction, healthcare, and nonprofits
Associations and certifications
- AICPA Group of 400
- Allinial Global
Services
Tax Services
Our tax professionals provide comprehensive federal and state tax preparation for corporations, individuals, and nonprofits. We offer strategic planning to minimize tax liabilities while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. Our team stays current with tax law changes to deliver accurate, timely filings for all entity types.
Audit & Assurance
We conduct audits, reviews, and compilations in accordance with GAAP and Yellow Book standards. Our services include employee benefit plan audits, single audits for federal grant recipients, and agreed-upon procedures engagements. We provide actionable insights to improve financial reporting and compliance.
Business Valuations
Certified valuation analysts deliver defensible business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, and estate planning. We utilize industry-specific methodologies and consider market conditions, financial performance, and intangible assets to determine accurate business worth.
Estate Planning
Our CPAs collaborate with legal advisors to create comprehensive estate plans. Services include trust planning, charitable giving strategies, and tax-efficient wealth transfer solutions. We help clients protect assets and ensure their wishes are honored through proper documentation.
IT Consulting
We offer network security assessments, penetration testing, and system design consulting. Our IT services help businesses protect sensitive data, implement secure infrastructure, and develop disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
People
Geoffrey K. Griffith
Managing Director
CPA with ABV, CFF, and CGMA certifications. 25+ years of experience in audit, tax, and business consulting. Specializes in financial institutions and construction industry accounting.
Lori F. Dearfield
Audit Director
Certified Public Accountant with expertise in nonprofit audits and employee benefit plans. 20 years of experience leading audit engagements for government entities and healthcare organizations.
K. Anthony Workman
Audit Director
CPA with CITP designation specializing in IT consulting and network security assessments. 18 years of experience implementing technology solutions for mid-sized businesses.
Nathan W. Bailey
Director
CPA with focus on tax compliance and planning for high-net-worth individuals. 15 years of experience advising clients on estate tax strategies and business succession planning.
Keith N. Holmes
Director
CPA with MBA and MAcc degrees. 22 years of experience in corporate tax planning and mergers & acquisitions advisory services for manufacturing and distribution companies.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide full-service accounting including bookkeeping, payroll processing, financial statement preparation, and fixed asset management for small to mid-sized businesses.
Do you serve specific industries?
Yes, we specialize in construction, healthcare, financial institutions, government entities, and nonprofit organizations with tailored solutions for each sector's unique needs.
How do you ensure audit quality?
Our firm undergoes annual peer reviews and maintains membership in AICPA's Private Companies Practice Section to ensure compliance with quality control standards.
What tax planning services are available?
We offer year-round tax planning, entity structure analysis, and compliance services for individuals, corporations, and trusts to minimize tax liabilities.
Can you assist with business valuations?
Yes, our certified valuation analysts provide business valuations for mergers, acquisitions, and estate planning purposes using industry-standard methodologies.
Do you offer IT security services?
We provide network security assessments, penetration testing, and disaster recovery planning to protect your business data and systems.
