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A.C. Whitley, CPA has a diverse work experience in the field of accounting. They started their career as a Staff Auditor at Bauknight Pietras & Stormer, P.A., where they gained experience in auditing telecommunications, distribution, manufacturing, and employee benefit plans. A.C. Whitley then joined Elliott Davis as a Senior Auditor, where they completed financial statement audits for SEC and privately held clients. They also prepared financial statements and disclosures.

In 2010, A.C. Whitley joined GrandSouth Bank as a Senior Vice President/Controller. In this role, they led a team of four accountants and were responsible for timely completion of the company's month-end financial closing procedures and monthly consolidation process. They also prepared various public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and the company's quarterly earnings release.

Most recently, A.C. Whitley served as the SVP/Director of Financial Reporting at First Bank (FBNC). Additional details about this role are not provided.

Throughout their career, A.C. Whitley demonstrated strong leadership skills, mentored staff, and maintained positive working relationships with coworkers and clients. They have a solid understanding of accounting principles and audit procedures.

A.C. Whitley, CPA holds a Masters of Professional Accountancy with a specialization in Auditing from Clemson University, which was completed from 2001 to 2002. Prior to that, Whitley obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Clemson University, which was completed from 1997 to 2001. In addition to these degrees, Whitley has obtained several certifications, including being a Certified Public Accountant from the South Carolina Board of Accountancy since April 2009. Whitley also graduated from the South Carolina Bankers School, an institution affiliated with the South Carolina Bankers Association, in July 2016. Whitley is also a member of the AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants), although the specific date of membership initiation is not provided.