A licensed Certified Public Accountant in North Carolina, Florida, and Virginia, Scott has served the Firm's clients since 2005. As the Firm's public sector Technical Director, Scott advises clients and audit teams in all phases of auditing and financial reporting. He oversees engagement planning, performance of audit tests, report writing and overall audit quality. He has extensive experience with Uniform Grant Guidance and the audit requirements of governments in North Carolina, Florida, and Virginia. Clients have sought Scott's knowledge in expertise on current technical developments in governmental accounting. He is a GASB alum, serving as a Practice Fellow for two years, returning to Cherry Bekaert with vast experience in governmental account and financial reporting standards. As a GASB Practice Fellow, Scott was on the forefront of evolving standards. Scott's involvement in the standard setting process provides us with unique insights and access to future developments.

Scott has also instructed at a number of external conferences and seminars, representing both the firm and the GASB, and webinars sponsored by the Firm on various technical GASB topics. Scott's professional involvement includes committees and panels, including the AICPA State and Local Government Experts Panel and the Government Finance Officers Association Special Review Committee.

Education:

Bachelor of Arts, Utah State University

Master of Accounting, North Carolina State University

Professional & Civic Involvement

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• AICPA State and Local Government Expert Panel
• North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants
• GFOA Special Review Committee
• GASB Practice Fellow