Founders Steve Allen and Trevor Buttle realized that they shared a similar vision on what a CPA firm should be, what it should offer, and most importantly, how it should treat people, both customers and team members.

They researched what the best firms in the industry were doing and incorporated them into their practice. They spent a lot of time analyzing what the future of the accounting industry looked like, and in short, they weren’t satisfied with the status quo. They were determined to build a firm that embraced innovation, challenged convention, and stayed ahead of the curve.

GBA became an early leader in adopting cloud-based accounting platforms like Xero and QuickBooks Online, a forward-thinking approach that caught the attention of software developers and industry leaders, leading to invitations to join roundtables and fireside chats. This same commitment to innovation shaped how we built our team. Recognizing that great talent isn’t bound by geography, we invested heavily in both people and the technology that empowers them. This technology has allowed our staff to work where they are most comfortable—at GBA’s offices, or from home—wherever that may be.

One of the best benefits of working with clients that share our vision of the future, is that they have great ideas too. Good thing listening is one of our best strengths! A lot of what our clients tell us or request from us can be beneficial to other clients. Some of those conversations start with “do you think it is possible”… “Or can I get a report that shows”…Sometimes, random, ad-hoc conversations lead to real “a-ha” moments.

Our vision continues to evolve as we strive to be better tomorrow than we are today. We see ourselves as a combination of an Accounting/CPA firm, a tech firm, and an HR firm – because of the value we place on relationships (both internal and external) and innovation.

Today, GBA continues to provide outstanding customer service and proactive accounting, tax, and business solutions. Under the leadership of Partners Trevor, Tracey, and Jennifer, we continue to grow our team by prioritizing strong knowledge and expertise. While we hold high standards, we focus on finding individuals who are not only knowledgeable and experienced, but who also share the values that matter most to us and our clients.