About Stokes & Company
Your Local Accounting Experts on a Mission to Make Running Your Small Business Easier
25+
years in business
1000’s
of clients helped
5x
Accounting
excellence award
winner
10+hrs
Average time
we save clients
monthly
About Stokes & Company
Your Local Accounting Experts on a Mission to Make Running Your Small Business Easier
25+
years in business
1000’s
of clients helped
5x
Accounting
excellence award
winner
10+hrs
Average time
we save clients
monthly
Around Here, We’re All About People
Running a small business comes with a lot of challenges, but who you keep in your corner makes a world of difference.
At Stokes & Company, relationships are at the core of all that we do. We get to know you as an individual first, and keep your best interests a top priority. We understand the frustration that comes with managing your business finances alone, which is why we’re here to provide the expert guidance you need every step of the way.
Every great partnership starts with a conversation. I invite you to reach out today so we can discuss your vision.
-Stephen C. Stokes
CPA & Managing Partner
Our Story
Stokes & Company began in 1999 as Stokes & Bales, with a simple goal:
To be a trusted financial partner for local businesses. When Stephen Stokes became managing partner, the firm took on his name and a renewed vision to deliver big-firm expertise with personal, small-firm care.
Today, with over 50 team members across five offices in Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina, our focus remains the same: serving our clients with excellence, building relationships that last, and staying close to the communities we call home.
For more than 25 years, we’ve supported hundreds of small businesses with accounting, advisory, and tax services designed to help them grow with confidence.
Meet The Stokes & Company Team
- All
- Columbus, N.C.
- Gaffney
- Greenville
- Spartanburg
- Travelers Rest
Stephen C. Stokes, CPA
Rachel D. McClaran, EA
Christopher L. Roberts, CPA
Allen A. Hodges, CPA
Gary L. Wheeler, CPA
Michael J. Twomey, CPA
Hannah R. Williams, CPA
Brad Detandt
Tara Kennedy
Michelle Walker
Brandon L. Esco, CPA
Amy G. Dowden, EA
Ryan G. Faust, CPA
Julie Freeman
Jonathan D. Kemp, CPA
Rita B. Mizell, EA
Neacole L. Murray, EA
Ralph Smith
Tracy C. Vanderford, CPA
Loree Seilkop
Sonja J. Gorsline, EA
Jessica Huckaby
Sandy Lamb
Stephanie L. Sonne, CPA
Holly Carver
Mallory Cooper
Alaina Hartman
Hannah Hill
Lynn Hinchliffe
Robert Levan
Christina Lynn
Abigail Macias
Valentina Plokhov
Hannah Reid
Hunter Renner
Celia Haile
Liz Feist
Hallie Ritter
Debi Rice
Lisa Estes
Michelle Kwast
Tiffany Stokes
Bailie Thomson
Hilda Crisman
Dawn Cheves
Melinda White
Vicki Racelis
Our Core Values are EPPIC
Excellence
We deliver results that earn your trust.
Professionalism
We hold ourselves to high standards - because you deserve nothing less.
Proactivity
We think ahead, act early, and keep you one step in front.
Integrity
We are honest, transparent, and
anchored to always doing what is right.
Collaboration
We bring the full strength of
our team, committed to your success.
A Culture of Excellence from Local Professionals You Can Trust
Strategic Partners. Unified Solutions.
One relationship with a full range of services to help you grow, plan, and thrive.
Stokes & Company
Do what you love.
We'll crunch the numbers.
Full-service accounting and tax strategy for small business ready to grow and save smart.
Paysmart
It’s not payroll.
It’s people.®
Payroll services designed for business that want efficiency, accuracy, and a partner who gets it right.
R&R Financial Advisors
Planning for today.
Building for tomorrow.
Wealth management for high-net-worth individuals and business owners with complex financial needs.
The Stokes & Company Approach
You’re not another number here.
Unlike many large firms, we have a deep understanding of your business and treat you as if you’re our only client.
We work proactively to guide you.
Our close relationships with our clients allow us to proactively guide you in the right direction, implementing strategies catered to your goals.
You get the best from a team of specialists.
You’re not hiring a singular accountant or tax manager at Stokes & Company: you’re hiring a team of specialists who are here to support you.
“Look no further than Stokes & Company for any of your accounting and payroll needs.”
“Handing over the reins of my company’s finances was the best thing I’ve ever done for me and my business. The entire staff is exceptional in service and knowledge. The benefits are more time to generate new business, peace of mind, and no more pesky tax notices. I can recommend this company without hesitation.”
Gary S.
Stokes & Company CPA Client