Management

Warren W. Almand, CPA

Providing personal and timely service with the professionalism that would be expected from a large firm remains a goal to Warren who assisted in creating The Firm in the 1970s. Warren has over 40 years of accounting experience. After graduating from Georgia Southern College, Warren’s professional career began in private manufacturing and government auditing with the Department of Transportation.
 
Warren has been an invaluable asset to the success of The Firm by exhibiting excellent knowledge and expertise. His work has specialized in government and non-profit audit, taxation, and consulting. In addition, he has worked diligently to provide the reliable service in saving individual clients money through knowledgeable taxation preparation, financial planning, and estate management services. 
 
When not physically in the office, Warren spends his time participating in an assortment of community organizations such as: The Believers Band; Hall County Rotary; the Arts Council; and is a member of Lakewood Baptist Church. In addition to being active in various sports within the community, much of his time is spent relaxing with his wife, Dena. Warren also has two sons and three granddaughters which frequently occupy his time. 
 
 

John C. Alexander, CPA

John joined The Firm in 1996 after graduating from the University of Georgia with a Bachelors of Business Administration in Accounting.  Shortly thereafter, he earned his professional license to practice public accounting in the State of Georgia. John manages the business that will continue to provide service to the community within the Gainesville/greater Hall County, Georgia area. 
 
John adds character to The Firm as an upbeat, positive member of management. He specializes in client relations, technological assistance, and various services for a variety of industries. In addition, John serves multinational organizations that operate in manufacturing, healthcare technologies, and investment based industries.
 
John thoroughly enjoys spending free time with his wife, Kristine, and their four children, Thomas, Jack, Matthew, and Abby. Participating in Gainesville athletics, fishing and traveling are a few of their favorite activities! In addition, they are members of the First United Methodist Church in Gainesville.
 
 

James “Andy” Bangs, CPA

Andy graduated with a Bachelors of Business Administration in accounting from North Georgia College and State University. He began working for The Firm in 1999 and earned his professional license in 2002. Andy was promoted to Junior Partner in 2006 and then to Senior Partner in 2011.
 
Andy provides all types of services including audit, tax, business consulting, estate and litigation support. Andy is a social person who is readily available to his clients at their convenience ensuring they receive preferred service and that expectations are exceeded.
 
Andy and his wife, Mandy, are the proud parents of twin daughters, Addie and Ellie. They enjoy traveling together to participate in competitive cooking events, mountain biking, and relaxing at the beach. Both Mandy and Andy are also active within several community organizations including the Gainesville Jaycees and Lakewood Baptist Church.