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Certifications

Certified Public Accountant

Past Treasurer, Current Finance Committee - Synagogue and other non-profit organizations

Masters of Business Administration

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Scot Goldring, CPA, MBA

404-383-5075

scot@darkhorse.cpa

TITLE

Principal

HOMETOWN

Roswell, GA

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

17

EDUCATION

Most people overestimate what they can achieve in a year and underestimate what they can achieve in ten years.

— Bill Gates

Success in life (and business) is about pivoting at the right time, in the right direction. Understanding that life is not static and what works today may not work tomorrow has informed how Scot has advised his business clients, as well as a mid-career pivot of his own from computer network storage to becoming a CPA. Not to say these pivots are easy; they are often anything but. Inspired to make the change by the example of his father, who had been a CPA with his own practice, Scot spent these years learning the ins and outs of all things accounting and tax. As he began to deploy this knowledge by advising small business clients, he realized he had made the right move at the right time.

Asked about his love for his work, Scot mentioned, “I get great satisfaction when helping a small business client and he/she becomes a better, smarter business owner and significantly improves their personal financial situation, through increasing profits, accumulating equity and paying down debt.” Scot is all about helping his small business clients connect the dots of increasing profitability, decreasing taxes, and implementing a plan to use that that extra cash to create a more solid financial foundation to set them up for the future.

Scot’s latest pivot in life has brought him to Dark Horse, where he plans to take his career and his clients to new heights.

On the personal side, Scot is married to his wife, Robin, whom he met while earning his MBA. They’ve spent the last two decades raising two daughters, Lindsay and Alli, who are now away at college, making Scot, Robin, and their two mini poodle mixes (Izzy and Georgi) empty nesters. So, Scot keeps himself busy outside work by running, going to the gym, and playing pickleball. This is also his penance, allowing him to eat desserts and drink beer as he pleases. He loves watching the NFL and NBA on tv, despite his doubts about whether his Jets or Knicks will ever win again. Scot also loves his annual beach trips with family, where they all take the time to sit and talk, the dogs get to chase birds on the beach, and he gets a few hours of quiet to read his latest Sci-Fi or murder mystery book.

Specialties

Business Entity Structuring

Business Debt Reduction

Business Expansion Planning

Strategic Tax Planning

Industries

Medical Practices

Therapists

Professional Services

Brokers & Resellers

Pharmacies

Retail

First Class Service from Your Atlanta CPA

At Dark Horse CPAs, we offer customized financial reporting and winning tax strategies at competitive pricing. From bookkeeping to tax preparation and fractional CFO services, your dedicated CPA can handle it so you can focus on growing what matters to you most. We’re proud to serve Atlanta, Georgia.

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SCOT GOLDRING, PRINCIPAL

Although taxes change every year, what has not changed is the CPA's responsibility to be the trusted professional who enables people and organizations to shape their future. At Dark Horse, we implement this by enabling the 1-to-1 relationship from the CPA Advisor to our clients. This is different than almost every other firm today, where the CPA Advisor reserves his efforts to a few valuable clients and delegates that important relationship for many other clients to lower-level staff who may not have yet developed the breadth of competence needed to provide that level of service. It is these efforts from our CPA Advisors that makes the difference to our clients.

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Accounting Solutions for Businesses.

The Problem: Business owners aren't getting timely, accurate and actionable data from their financials. Even worse, they're not receiving tax planning advice from their, "tax pro," which is costing them untold amounts of money. This is just plain wrong. We believe you deserve a better small business accounting firm.

Solutions for Businesses

SCOT GOLDRING, PRINCIPAL

“To help my business clients shape their future, I provide top-tier accounting services. It starts with delivering financial statements that categorize the large number of financial transactions into meaningful performance data regarding the status of the company's Profitability, Equity, and Value. My coaching calls with business owners empowers them with a game plan to use this information to improve business operations and strategy and increase profitability.”

Tax Services for People.

The Problem: It’s not until you file your personal tax return that you feel the sting of your tax situation. Whether it’s an unwanted surprise in the amount owed or refunded, or the realization that you left significant tax savings on the table, the sting hurts. We believe in No Surprises, especially the bad kind. This is why we work collaboratively with our clients to ensure they plan for and reduce taxes wherever possible. We make sure every engagement requires a level of Tax Planning with your CPA, period.

Tax & Wealth Advisory for Individuals

SCOT GOLDRING, PRINCIPAL

"While software has simplified tax preparation, it still requires a good understanding of tax law. DIY tax filing can lead to errors, missed deductions, or audits. For complex situations, a CPA can better help you achieve your financial goals, reduce taxes, and explore growth opportunities."

Nancy R.

I have used James Larsen as my CPA for many years and am confident in his work ethic and tax knowledge.

Kyle T.

With our prior accountant we didn't feel we were receiving adequate tax guidance and felt we were always paying more than our fair share of taxes. We have been very pleased with the service we have received with Adam Ripperdan. He has taken the time to review in detail our current situation and upcoming plans. With that information he has helped us create tax strategies for our businesses, investments, and personal taxes that not only help us save on taxes but also helps us plan for the future. I highly recommend Dark Horse CPAs.

Patrick W.

I was referred to Max by a friend who is also a small business owner. I was definitely in need of direction when it came to my finances. After speaking with Max I was able to understand how I can be efficient in the accounting side of my business and he and his team is there to guide me every step of the way. I'm now confident I have the right team watching my books I highly recommend Max and Dark Horse CPAs.

Marisa M.

I had the pleasure of working with Stella and she was absolutely incredible. I had received what I suspected was bad advice from a previous tax preparer, and I was looking for another professional opinion on a specific tax situation. I found Dark Horse and Stella and I couldn't be happier. Stella confirmed what I had suspected about the previous tax situation being handled incorrectly by my former preparer at a different firm, and helped me fix the problem. Stella was prompt, exceedingly professional, and actually took the time to explain everything. Prices for services are fair. I am thrilled to have found a knowledgeable, trustworthy tax advisor and I look forward to continue working with Stella in the future.

Susan H.

Megan, Kim and staff were very prompt filing our business and personal taxes. The secure email site to upload our documents was very user friendly. The staff was also extremely prompt answering our questions through email and on the phone. In addition, Megan met with us personally a couple of times several months in advance to map out a plan for our business and personal taxes. Thank you all!

Quinn R.

We signed on with Adam's accounting group after bouncing around trying to find the right 'fit' with other companies. I knew immediately that we found what we needed when Adam took the time to sit down and talk to me about my business, my plans, my goals and where I wanted my company to be in the next 2, 5, 10 years. Adam and his team are responsive - and by that, I mean proactive - which is probably the single best reason to use Dark Horse. After 8 years and 3 different accounting firms we found what we need with Dark Horse.

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