AboutPadgett Asheville![]() Our NetworkRooted in entrepreneurial spiritSince 1977, Thomas L. Codington P.A. Certified Public Accountants has served businesses, families, and nonprofits throughout Asheville and Western North Carolina with trusted accounting, tax, and financial guidance. In 2026, Tom Codington entrusted that legacy to Andres Costa and Emily Goodman, ensuring clients continue to receive the same personal service with expanded expertise. Andres founded his accounting firm in 2006, and Emily joined him in 2015. Together, they provide proactive accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, tax planning, advisory, and fractional CFO services for growing businesses and nonprofits. Today, Padgett Asheville proudly continues the tradition of relationship-driven service while helping clients gain financial clarity and build healthier organizations. Do more of what you loveWe'll handle the rest You started your business or organization to make an impact, not spend your days worrying about financial reports, tax deadlines, or cash flow. Yet every important decision depends on understanding your numbers. At Padgett we help growing businesses and nonprofits gain the financial clarity they need to make confident decisions. From accounting and tax planning to strategic advisory and fractional CFO services, our team provides proactive guidance so you can spend less time worrying about finances and more time leading what matters most. Our services for your businessOur business consulting services address budgeting, forecasting and cash flow issues, expanding upon our other services to provide you with the in-depth analysis and guidance you need to make timely adjustments and plan for the future
Business advice from business ownersPadgett was founded with the goal of providing small businesses across the country with the same help big businesses had. Today, our office is dedicated to assisting small businesses like yours. Here are some industries we know especially well. Food Service: We're familiar with the unique tax, accounting and payroll challenges restaurants and bars may face, from employee tips to alcohol sales and more. Healthcare: We can help with the special tax and accounting situations that health services deal with, like patient payments and insurance billing. Construction: We understand the unique tax rules and accounting methods for construction contracts, as well as other regulations for materials and labor. Real estate: We've worked with the many tax laws around property sales and purchases and can help with accounting for the many transactions between clients and realtors. Retail: We can help you manage unique retail challenges, including sales taxes in and out of state, product pricing, payroll and inventory. Non-Profits: We'll use our industry experience to work with you to understand the specific tax, accounting and consulting needs for your service. |
