J. Richard Huckaby, CPA

Richard Huckaby has practiced in the firm’s Tax Division for over 20 years and previously held the role of Tampa’s Office Managing Member. He is a member of the firm’s Executive Committee and a leader in the firm’s Manufacturing & Distribution Industry Group. He is focused on bringing value to clients through the utilization of the Warren Averett 360 service: a tool which helps clients thrive in the areas of tax, accounting, operations and technology. Richard primarily works with closely held businesses and their owners to help them grow and reach their ultimate goals.

Education

• Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
  Millsaps College, Jackson, MS
• Master of Accountancy, Tax
  Auburn University, Auburn, AL

Professional Affiliations

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
• CEO Council of Tampa Bay, Member
• CFO Exchange Group of Tampa Bay, Member

Community Involvement

• Leadership Tampa Alumni Association
• Auburn University School of Education EAGLES Program Advisory Council
• USF School of Accounting, Advisory Council Member
• Auburn University, Harbert College of Business, Mentor and Shareholder Club Member
• Auburn University, Harbert College of Business Alumni, Council Member
• Leadership Tampa Class of 2011
• Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce, Former Board Member

Ask Me About

• Navigating the increasingly difficult area of sales tax
• How to plan for your business succession
• How to reduce the cost of your manufacturing expansion
• Serving entrepreneurial, closely held businesses from start-up to maturity