Paul M. Cunningham is both a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Valuation Analyst. He joined the firm in October of 2002, through the purchase of a local accounting firm, as a manager in the tax and accounting department.
His accounting areas of practice include planning and conducting compilations and reviews for closely-held businesses and not-for-profits. He also consults with many small business owners in making financial and management decisions. His tax and consulting experience includes tax planning for businesses and individuals, corporate and individual tax preparation, including multi-state tax returns. Paul also has successfully represented clients in negotiating offers in compromises with the Internal Revenue Service. He has extensive experience in various industries, including transportation, retail, medical, contracting, manufacturing and technology based businesses. In addition, he has provided consulting and training for both Peachtree and QuickBooks computer accounting packages.
In 1987, Paul received his B.A. in Business Administration from Andrews University.
In 2007, he passed his exam and became a Certified Valutation Analyst. Since then, he has performed business valutions for gifting, estate, purchase and sale of business, succession plannin, shareholder disputes and marital litigation.
Currently, Paul’s professional memberships include the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants and the National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts.