Ben Emerson | Barnes Dennig

About Ben

Ben commands a wide range of tax compliance expertise, tax consulting, and team leadership that provide immense value to the clients he serves. He’s successfully managed tax practices, guided high-performing teams, and delivered tailored, insightful tax solutions for clients with annual revenues of up to $100 million across diverse industries; his expertise includes construction and real estate, healthcare, manufacturing, restaurants, services, and non-profits, and this broad-based experience enables him to draw insights and innovations that make a meaningful bottom-line impact.

Throughout his career, Ben has demonstrated a deep understanding of complex tax matters, including multi-state corporate returns, high-net-worth individual filings, partnership taxation, and the tax implications of asset and stock sale transactions. His proficiency extends to reviewing and preparing a variety of tax returns, as well as handling intricate scenarios.

Ben is known for his commitment to excellence in client service, frequently conducting tax planning, consulting, and research to address sophisticated issues. He has assisted numerous clients in resolving IRS and state tax notices and is skilled at communicating complex tax concepts in a clear and approachable manner.

A principal with a passion for mentoring, Ben invests his time in helping fellow accountants grow in their careers and technical skills. He further applies this affinity for knowledge-sharing to his client engagements, ensuring all his clients are up to date on the latest tax nuances that may affect their business.

A member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Kentucky Society of CPAs, Ben holds CPA licenses in Alabama, Kentucky, and Ohio. He cultivated his in-depth business knowledge through double majoring in Accounting and Business Management, earning his Bachelor of Science with honors from the University of North Alabama.

With a strong commitment to professional growth and client success, Ben brings a wealth of expertise and a collaborative approach to his work throughout the firm.

During his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters visiting new places and having fun.

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— Barnes Dennig Client

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— Ruan D, Client
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