james d. matthis iii, cpa

James joined the firm as partner in January 2015. James uses his experience in public accounting, consulting, financial planning, and taxation to provide our clients with value-added solutions.

James and his wife Lesley have three boys, Avett, Myles, and Benton. When not working, James enjoys the outdoors and playing music.

Education: UNC at Wilmington Bachelors in Finance, Master of Accounting degree from UNC at Chapel Hill.

  • American Institute of CPAs, Member

  • North Carolina Association of CPAs, Member

  • 2016 AICPA Leadership Academy

  • Former Sandhills Chapter President, NCACPA

  • Member Engagement Team, NCACPA

  • 2016 40 Under 40: CPA Practice Advisor

  • CPA License: #36772

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bret s. denning, cpa

Bret has been with our firm since 2009. Bret is experienced in taxation, audits, compilations, reviews, tax planning, financial statement preparation, and various other services.

Bret graduated with honors from Campbell University with a Bachelors of Business Administration with a concentration in accounting (Magna Cum Laude). He also graduated with honors from Campbell University with a Masters of Business Administration (Summa Cum Laude).

Bret and his wife Michelle prefer to spend their free time near any body of water, with a rod and reel firmly in their grasp.

  • American Institute of CPAs, Member

  • North Carolina Association of CPAs, Member

  • CPA License: #40254

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n. brant waters, jr., cpa (Retired)

Brant has served our clients and community for over 40 years. Brant has been with the firm since 1978, and is a trusted advisor to our business, individual, and non-profit clients.

Brant graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1970.

Brant and his wife Nancy have two boys, Neil and Greg, and five beautiful grandchildren. He enjoys to travel (particularly Europe), woodworking, and trying out the newest technological gadget.

Brant proudly serves as Treasurer for his church, Wallace United Methodist Church, and has served in various other roles over time.

  • American Institute of CPAs, Member

  • North Carolina Association of CPAs, Member

  • CPA License: #10980