Mark S. Watkins

CPA

Mark worked for BKD, LLP and KPMG Peat Marwick prior to joining Us. He also had his own practice as a CPA.  A graduate of Louisiana Tech in Ruston, LA, Mark has more than 25 years of public accounting experience. 

His experience in public accounting for a variety of clients, as well as individual and corporate tax planning and preparation.  Additionally, he has extensive experience in employee benefit plans, including 401(k) plans.  Mark has been a speaker or moderator at various continuing professional education seminars. 

Mark is a member in good standing with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Arkansas Society of Public Accountants.

While I love the creative and technical aspects, the true joy of this profession lies in the relationships with the people we serve.  Each day I have the opportunity to help someone strengthen their business, understand their company’s financial position, develop strategic policies or secure their financial future.  I feel very privileged to be able to do that.