ur Financial Institutions industry group focusing on financial institutions is forging a reputation as a leading provider of financial and consulting services in the Southeast. With relationships focused and built on trust, Cherry, Bekaert & Holland provides Professional Services from a Banker's Perspective to a diverse and successful group of financial clients.

A committed team of professionals provides audit, accounting and tax services to our financial clients. These professionals are trained in all aspects of financial institutions, including FDICIA and SEC issues. We utilize a technology-driven, risk-based audit approach, and provide proactive tax planning and compliance solutions to our clients.

Internal audit outsourcing is another important aspect of our service complement. Our internal audit team includes financial institution auditors and industry experts with very specialized competencies. We utilize automated risk-based solutions, and can provide full or partial outsourcing service alternatives. CB&H always strives to maintain independence and objectivity in all outsourcing engagements, often resulting in cost savings for our clients.

Clients served by this important specialty niche include:

Regional and community banks Savings banks Credit unions Mortgage banks Broker/dealers Asset-based lenders Diversified finance companies

Paul D. Fedorkowicz , CPA, MBA