Tax, Accounting, Payroll, Bookkeeping, & Consulting
Serving Individuals, Trusts and Estates, Startups, Small Businesses, Nonprofit Organizations, Churches, and More
Matthew W. Rea, CPA, MBA
I am a certified public accountant serving clients in my hometown of Decatur, Alabama. I completed a bachelor of arts in communications at The University of Alabama in Huntsville, a bachelor of science in accounting at Athens State University and a Master of Business Administration in finance at Auburn University. I continue to study new developments and changing trends in accounting and finance. I believe in being a life-long learner and embracing new technologies.
I became an accountant after over ten years of experience in the banking industry, and I utilize my experience in both fields to better serve my clients. I have experience working with individuals from all backgrounds and income levels, businesses from several different industries, as well as churches and other not for profit organizations.
I help my clients gain better insights from their financial statements. These insights can help develop plans for growth, reduce expenses, and better leverage employee skill sets. I also help new startups evaluate their needs and develop a plan to take their new businesses from startup to profitability.
I also know that sometimes, good people make mistakes in their financial lives. I am able to work with clients who need budgeting help, owe back taxes, have unfiled returns or are facing IRS or State income tax audits.
"You're more than just the numbers" means that I want to provide more value than just a tax return. I truly want to be your trusted advisor who helps you make better financial decisions, plan for the future, and have peace of mind about your tax and accounting needs.