John Charles Payne, CPA, LLC

John Charles Payne, CPA, LLC is an Accountant in Greenville, SC. The firm provides expert accounting, tax planning, and financial advisory services tailored to high net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and small businesses in Greenville, SC, and Western North Carolina. Services include tax preparation, proactive tax planning, strategic financial guidance, business advisory, and divorce financial services. The firm supports clients with accurate financial statements for lenders or investors, asset division valuations, and tax implications. The firm serves clients across Greenville and surrounding areas. Founder John Charles Payne, CPA, holds a Master of Science in Accounting with a tax concentration and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Appalachian State University. He is licensed to practice in both North Carolina and SC. Before founding the firm in Greenville, Payne gained experience at Jennings Cook & Co. and Dixon Hughes Goodman, now Forvis Mazars. He has been a member of the Greenville community since 2015. The firm specializes in the accounting, tax, and assurance needs of high net-worth individuals, nonprofits, contractors, healthcare providers, and small businesses. The firm guides clients on choosing the right entity type, such as LLCs or S-Corps, and filing with the IRS and SC state agencies. It assists with local property tax obligations and prepares financial statements for lenders or investors. Implementation of accounting controls and systems is provided to streamline operations and improve accuracy. The firm works with industries including retail, construction, healthcare, and nonprofits. The firm provides thoughtful guidance, clarity, and peace of mind for clients seeking a long-term advisory relationship. It leverages QuickBooks and other tools to simplify processes and maintain accurate financial records. The firm prioritizes transparency, trust, and collaboration to deliver clear, actionable insights that support long-term success. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with extended hours by appointment. John Charles Payne, CPA, LLC combines deep local knowledge of Greenville’s business landscape with expert accounting and financial advisory services to support the growth of local businesses and individuals.

The office is located on Tindal Ave, about a tenth of a mile from the Tindal Place neighborhood and roughly a fifth of a mile from South Church Street.

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Services:

• Audits, Reviews & Financial Compilations
• Divorce Financial Services
• Small Business Accounting & Advisory
• Tax Planning, Compliance & Preparation