Relax... We do more than taxes. We Solve Problems.
Van Elkins and our staff of CPAs and accountants help you the business owner solve your problems. We exceed the standard offerings of accounting firms by helping your decision-making so that you can achieve your business and personal financial goals. We provide consulting, accounting, audits, financial statements, tax returns, business valuations, business transaction strategy, litigation support and expert witness testimony to clients in Knoxville and East Tennessee.
Keywords: accountant, CPA, consulting, accounting, audit, financial statements, tax returns, tax preparation, tax prep, business valuation, mergers and acquisitions, litigation support, expert witness
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Over 30 years
What is your primary product or service?
We do much more than prepare tax returns - we are problem solvers. We help business owners understand the financial impact of business decisions. By improving financial management, business owners can grow their companies more efficiently and effectively.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Early on in my accounting practice, I realized that business owners were not receiving real value from their accountants. The work get done and the tax returns get filed, but most business owners can benefit from an accountant who helps them understand what those numbers mean in a real-world context. Then that information becomes a tool that the owner can use to steer the company toward its goals.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Our office is in downtown Knoxville. We serve clients in Knoxville, Maryville, Lenoir City, Oak Ridge, Clinton, Jefferson City, Morristown, Dandridge, Sevierville, Gatlinurg, Pigeon Forge, and East Tennessee.
Provide detailed directions to your location
From I-40, take the James White Parkway exit near downtown Knoxville. Veer right toward Neyland Drive. Take the Cumberland Avenue exit. The entrance to the First Tennessee Plaza parking garage is on the left just up the hill from the first traffic light.
What type of payments do you accept?
We invoice our clients and accept payment by check.
Which areas do you service?
Central East Tennessee
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Van T. Elkins is the owner of the firm.
What are your hours of operation?
Our office hours are 8:30 to 5:30 weekdays, except some federal holidays.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Referring a friend or business associate to us is the highest compliment we can receive. That lets us know that you are pleased with the value we bring to you, and that you are confident we will do the same for your referral. We will do our best to exceed your expectations.