Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accounting & Advisory Services for Growth-Oriented Clients
At Yount Hyde & Barbour, we are committed to delivering excellence through personalized accounting and advisory solutions. With over 75 years of experience, we serve as trusted partners to businesses, nonprofit organizations, and individuals, combining technical expertise with a client-centric approach. Our team of professionals focuses on understanding each client's unique needs to design tailored strategies for growth, compliance, and long-term success. We prioritize proactive communication, innovative problem-solving, and a deep understanding of industry-specific challenges to ensure our clients receive actionable insights.Our dedication to community and ethical standards strengthens our relationships and reinforces our role as a reliable advisor. Through continuous investment in technology and professional development, we provide efficient, forward-thinking services that adapt to evolving business landscapes while maintaining a focus on building lasting partnerships.
Services
Tax Services
Financial Statement Audit
Retirement Plan Audits
SOC Audits
IT Audits
Wealth Management
Risk Advisory
Outsourced CFO
Nonprofit Consulting
Construction Accounting
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- We offer 75+ years of experience in accounting and advisory services
- Our personalized approach builds strategies tailored to client-specific needs
- Certified professionals deliver technically rigorous and innovative solutions
- Proven expertise across industries including finance, healthcare, and construction
- Comprehensive services from audit to tax planning under one roof
What people say
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Exceptional professionalism
Trusted advisor
Personalized approach
Services
Financial Statement Audit
Our financial statement audits deliver accurate, standards-compliant assessments through rigorous examination of financial records. We help businesses meet regulatory requirements while identifying operational efficiencies. With industry-specific expertise, we add value beyond verification by offering strategic recommendations tailored to banking, healthcare, construction, and nonprofit sectors.
Tax Planning Services
We provide comprehensive tax planning and compliance services for businesses and individuals, focusing on minimizing liabilities while maximizing available credits and deductions. Our experts stay current with evolving regulations to ensure strategic tax positioning across industries including finance, professional services, and charitable organizations.
IT Audit Services
Our IT audits evaluate information systems and cybersecurity controls to ensure data protection and regulatory compliance. Certified professionals assess risk exposure, recommend infrastructure improvements, and validate internal controls for financial institutions and businesses implementing digital transformation strategies across multiple technology environments.
Nonprofit Consulting
We support nonprofit organizations with audit compliance, grant management, and financial sustainability planning. Our team provides Form 990 preparation, internal control assessments, and strategic guidance tailored to schools, foundations, and charitable institutions needing specialized accounting expertise and regulatory knowledge.
Construction Accounting
Our construction industry specialists deliver audit, tax, and advisory services addressing unique challenges in project accounting and cost management. Certified Construction Industry Financial Professionals (CCIFPs) provide benchmarks, compliance guidance, and process improvement recommendations to contractors and real estate developers seeking financial clarity and operational efficiency.
People
Thomas L. Milburn
CEO
With over 25 years at YHB, Thomas leads strategic initiatives and financial institution services. A Virginia Tech graduate, he serves on industry boards and focuses on innovation while maintaining hands-on client relationships with East Coast financial institutions.
Steven D. Halpern
Audit Partner
Specializing in financial institutions for 25+ years, Steve provides audit and advisory services to banks and credit unions. He completed Maryland Bankers School training and serves on industry committees, combining technical expertise with leadership in client service delivery.
Olivia Hutton
Audit Partner
A nonprofit accounting expert with 25+ years' experience, Olivia conducts audits for educational and charitable organizations. Recognized as a Virginia Business 'Super CPA,' she specializes in nonprofit regulatory compliance and financial reporting improvements.
Matthew Smith
Construction Industry Specialist
As CCIFP-certified construction expert, Matt advises private companies on accounting and audit needs. Active in industry associations, he helps clients implement best practices for financial controls and operational efficiency in construction and real estate sectors.
Claire Manspile
Principal
Nonprofit and wealth management assurance specialist with 12+ years at YHB. Claire leads audit teams, speaks at industry events, and mentors staff while maintaining deep expertise in nonprofit financial reporting standards and compliance requirements.
Questions
What accounting services does YHB offer?
We provide comprehensive audit, tax, and advisory services including financial statement audits, retirement plan audits, SOC reporting, IT audits, wealth management, and industry-specific consulting for financial institutions, nonprofits, construction firms, and more.
Are your professionals certified and experienced?
Our team includes Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), Certified Information Systems Auditors (CISAs), and industry specialists with decades of combined experience across banking, healthcare, construction, and nonprofit sectors.
How does YHB handle remote audit procedures?
We utilize secure cloud platforms, teleconferencing, and advanced data-sharing tools to conduct 100% remote audits while maintaining accuracy and minimizing client disruption, as described in our technology-enabled audit methodology.
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus on financial institutions (community banks, credit unions), construction, healthcare, nonprofit organizations, government contracting, and professional service firms through dedicated industry practice groups.
Do you provide tax planning for individuals and businesses?
Yes, we offer tailored tax preparation and planning services for both businesses (including banks and nonprofits) and high-net-worth individuals, optimizing tax benefits while ensuring compliance.
How does YHB support nonprofit organizations?
Our nonprofit services include audit reviews, Form 990 preparation, compliance guidance, and strategic advisory focused on financial transparency, grant management, and sustainability planning for educational, religious, and charitable institutions.
