Watkins Ward & Stafford

Watkins, Ward and Stafford, PLLC is a full-service certified public accounting (CPA) firm with a long-standing history of serving individuals and businesses in Mississippi and the southeastern United States. Our firm was founded in 1949 in West Point, Mississippi, by John T. Watkins, CPA, and has since grown to include multiple offices throughout Northeast and Central Mississippi.

At Watkins, Ward and Stafford, PLLC, we are committed to helping our clients reach their financial goals. We serve a diverse range of clients, including those in the commercial, governmental, non-profit, manufacturing, healthcare, and family-owned business sectors. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to providing personalized service and guidance in a wide range of financial and business needs.

As an active member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Mississippi Society of Certified Public Accountants (MSCPA), we stay up-to-date on the latest industry developments and best practices. We are also affiliated with the Private Companies Practice Section, the Technology Division, and the Tax Division of the AICPA, as well as the AICPA's Personal Financial Planning Section. Our consulting personnel are involved in many other professional organizations related to their specialties, including the Healthcare Financial Management Association.

Our Services

At Watkins, Ward and Stafford, PLLC, we offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of our individual and business clients. These services include:

• Business Services: We provide a variety of services to help businesses succeed, including accounting and bookkeeping, payroll processing, financial statement preparation, and business tax planning and preparation.
• Individual Services: We offer personalized services to help individuals manage their financial affairs, including tax planning and preparation, estate planning, and retirement planning.
• Tax Services: Our team of experienced tax professionals can help individuals and businesses navigate the complex world of taxes. We offer a range of tax services, including tax planning and preparation, tax controversy services, and international tax services.
• Financial Services: We provide financial planning and investment management services to help individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals. Our services include retirement planning, estate planning, and investment management.
• Consulting Services: We offer consulting services to help businesses and individuals make informed decisions. Our services include strategic planning, business valuation, and mergers and acquisitions consulting.

Our Commitment to Professionalism, Responsiveness, and Quality

At Watkins, Ward and Stafford, PLLC, we are dedicated to the three underlying principles of professionalism, responsiveness, and quality. We strive to provide the highest level of service to our clients and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. We are responsive to the needs of our clients and are dedicated to providing timely, accurate, and reliable services. We are also committed to delivering services of the highest quality and strive to exceed the expectations of our clients.