Choosing an accounting firm is an important decision. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a family business owner or a not-for-profit executive, you want to do the right thing when it comes to accounting and financial matters. After all, your success — and your legacy — may depend on it.

At CBM, we know all about legacy. Our firm was founded in 1921, and since then we have been privileged to provide audit, accounting, tax and consulting services to a variety of clients in the Washington and Baltimore areas, as well as around the mid-Atlantic region. Now in our third generation of leadership, we pride ourselves on our technical savvy, our experience with closely held businesses, and our specialized industry expertise in the automotive, construction and not-for-profit arenas.

Our values are reflected in everything we do:

We are client-centric. We always put the client first. It’s one of the hallmarks of our firm. Our work is driven by your organization’s needs and goals.

We are committed. Our principals are absolutely hands-on in every engagement. We believe in teamwork and collaboration, both with our clients and each other. Our account teams are solid and stable.

We are current. We employ talented, skilled, caring and responsible people who are interested in continual improvement and lifelong learning. Our staff is trained for your business.

We are creative. Every client’s situation is different. We approach your challenges with fresh ideas and do our best to maximize your position.

We are connected. As part of Enterprise Worldwide, CBM offers clients the additional expertise of 2,000+ professionals in independent accounting and advisory firms around the globe. We can also put you in touch with the best lawyers, financial service professionals and other experts.

We are community-minded. We are pleased and grateful to play active leadership roles on various boards and in community and professional organizations. Our entire firm enjoys participating in a number of meaningful charity events.

 
December 24, 1937 — a holiday celebration in our firm's early days. Left to right: James Councilor Jr., Evelyn Tydings, John Brown, Rose Piper, Miller Charlton, Edna Nick, Dooly Mitchell, Ben Regardie, Vivian Mitchell, James A. Councilor Sr., Bill Buchanan, Garland Bell, Norm Mumaw, Dudley Webb, Ross (Shorty) Lehman, Ed Hayes

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