Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Charlie Givens is a seasoned Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with extensive experience in the accounting and finance industry. As a CPA at DavidsonFreedle, he leverages his expertise to provide comprehensive financial services and strategic guidance to a diverse client base.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As a CPA at DavidsonFreedle, Charlie is responsible for overseeing complex financial audits, preparing tax returns, and advising clients on tax planning and compliance. He has played a key role in streamlining financial processes, improving internal controls, and enhancing the firm's overall financial reporting capabilities.
Career Progression
With over 14 years of experience in the accounting profession, Charlie has steadily progressed through the ranks at DavidsonFreedle. He started as a Professional Staff member in 2008 and was promoted to CPA in 2014, a position he has held for the past 8 years. Throughout his tenure, Charlie has demonstrated a strong commitment to delivering exceptional client service and contributing to the firm's growth and success.
Academic Background
Charlie holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at San Antonio. He is a Certified Public Accountant, having obtained his CPA license in the state of Texas.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial auditing and reporting
- Tax planning and compliance
- Financial analysis and strategic advisory
- Accounting systems implementation and optimization
- Project management and client relationship management
Professional Impact
During his time at DavidsonFreedle, Charlie has played a pivotal role in several high-profile engagements. He led the audit team for a large, multinational manufacturing client, implementing new internal controls and streamlining financial reporting processes that resulted in a 20% reduction in audit hours and a 15% improvement in audit quality. Additionally, Charlie has contributed to the firm's thought leadership, authoring several articles on tax planning strategies for small and medium-sized businesses.
Conclusion
With his strong technical expertise, strategic mindset, and client-centric approach, Charlie Givens is poised to continue driving significant impact within the accounting and finance industry. His commitment to excellence and proven track record of delivering successful outcomes make him a valuable asset to DavidsonFreedle and its clients.
