Business Details
32 Years
experience
Trinity Accounting Group | Full-Service CPA Firm in Athens, GA
Founded in 1994, Trinity Accounting Group is a full-service CPA firm based in Athens, Georgia, serving clients nationwide. Our team combines the technical expertise of a large accounting firm with the personalized approach of a local practice. We specialize in accounting, auditing, tax, and consulting services tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses and nonprofit organizations. With decades of collective experience, our certified professionals deliver customized financial solutions while maintaining a strong commitment to client relationships. We prioritize understanding each client's specific goals to provide actionable insights and strategic guidance. Our services extend beyond standard accounting to include mergers and acquisitions, valuations, litigation support, and corporate finance.We serve diverse industries, including nonprofit organizations and professional service firms, with a focus on delivering excellence through tailored engagements. Our local roots and national reach enable us to offer both community knowledge and broad industry expertise. We maintain rigorous professional standards, including certifications like Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA), ensuring high-quality service delivery. Our dedication to continuous learning keeps us at the forefront of evolving accounting standards and tax regulations. This combination of technical proficiency, personalized service, and community involvement has earned us the trust of clients and peers alike.
Services
Assurance Services
Tax Planning
Business Consulting
Valuations
Litigation Support
Corporate Finance
Client Accounting
Mergers & Acquisitions
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of accounting expertise in Athens, GA
- Our team includes Certified Public Accountants and Certified Valuation Analysts
- We provide personalized service with a dedicated shareholder for each client
- We combine the technical expertise of a large firm with the personal touch of a local practice
- We serve diverse industries including non-profits and professional services
Associations and certifications
- AICPA
- Georgia Society of CPAs
Services
Assurance Services
Our Assurance Services provide accurate financial statements through tailored engagements. We offer reviews, compilations, and agreed-upon procedures to help businesses assess financial positions and plan for the future. Our expertise spans nonprofit organizations and professional service firms, ensuring compliance with evolving accounting standards while delivering actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
Tax Services
We deliver comprehensive tax solutions including return preparation, estate planning, and state tax compliance. Our team specializes in individual and business tax strategies, helping clients optimize deductions and credits. With expertise in nonprofit tax returns and 501(c)(3) registrations, we provide year-round tax consulting to support long-term financial goals.
Business Consulting
Our consulting services focus on mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and litigation support. We assist with due diligence, valuation analysis, and debt structuring while providing expert testimony during business disputes. Our team brings industry-specific knowledge to develop growth strategies tailored to each client's unique needs and market challenges.
Client Accounting
We offer full-cycle accounting support for small to mid-sized businesses, including payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and QuickBooks consulting. Our services help reduce operational costs while maintaining accurate financial records. We provide CFO-level advisory and HR consulting to support business owners in managing day-to-day financial operations effectively.
Valuations
Our valuation services combine CPA expertise with Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) credentials to deliver precise business assessments. We provide detailed analyses for mergers, acquisitions, and legal proceedings while offering strategic guidance on maximizing business value through tailored financial planning and market positioning.
People
Robert L. Bachman
Shareholder
With decades of experience, Robert L. Bachman provides strategic leadership in accounting and business consulting. His expertise spans financial reporting, tax planning, and corporate governance, serving clients across diverse industries while maintaining a strong focus on personalized service and community involvement.
Dustin J. David
Shareholder
Dustin J. David specializes in assurance services and tax strategy, bringing technical expertise to complex accounting challenges. He works closely with clients to develop customized solutions while maintaining professional standards through active membership in accounting organizations.
Sharon M. Elliott
Shareholder
Sharon M. Elliott focuses on tax compliance and business consulting, offering strategic guidance to nonprofit organizations and professional service firms. Her approach emphasizes proactive planning and long-term financial strategy development to help clients achieve their organizational goals.
Alan J. Zielinski
Shareholder
Alan J. Zielinski provides leadership in valuation services and corporate finance, combining CPA and CVA credentials to deliver precise business assessments. He specializes in helping organizations understand their financial position through detailed analysis and strategic advisory services.
Lorinda Crane
Firm Administrator
Lorinda Crane manages day-to-day operations and client relations, ensuring efficient service delivery across all practice areas. Her administrative leadership supports the firm's commitment to personalized service while maintaining operational excellence in client engagements.
Questions
What accounting services does Trinity offer?
We provide assurance services, tax planning, client accounting, business consulting, valuations, and litigation support tailored to businesses and nonprofits.
Do you specialize in any particular industries?
We serve nonprofit organizations and professional service firms, though our expertise extends to various industries through customized financial solutions.
What makes Trinity different from other accounting firms?
We combine large-firm technical expertise with personalized service through dedicated shareholder relationships and local community knowledge.
How do you handle complex tax situations?
Our team includes Certified Public Accountants with specialized knowledge in estate planning, state tax compliance, and nonprofit tax regulations.
What consulting services are available?
We offer mergers and acquisitions support, corporate finance guidance, valuation analysis, and litigation consulting services with industry-specific expertise.
