Atlanta accounting firm moves into Columbia, acquires one of state’s largest locally owned companies

Published On: January 16, 2026

A major Atlanta-based accounting and advisory firm, Smith + Howard, has entered the Columbia market. This expansion occurred through the acquisition of Bauknight, Pietras & Stormer, P.A. The acquired firm is noted as one of the largest locally-owned accounting ventures in the state. This move signals consolidation within the regional professional services sector.

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