Chase Watson, Cpa
About Chase Watson, Cpa
Chase Watson is an Associate in International Assurance at Coalfire, where he has worked since 2021. He has previous experience at EY, PCAOB, and several other accounting firms, and holds a Master of Accountancy from the University of Georgia.
Work at Coalfire
Chase Watson currently holds the position of Associate in International Assurance at Coalfire. He has been with the company since 2021, contributing to various projects and initiatives in a remote capacity. His role involves providing assurance services to international clients, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in the industry.
Previous Experience at EY
Chase Watson worked at EY as a Business Consultant from 2020 to 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. Prior to this role, he served as a Risk Advisory Intern at EY in 2019 for two months, also in Atlanta. His experience at EY provided him with insights into risk management and consulting within a large professional services firm.
Internship Experience
Chase Watson has gained valuable experience through various internships. He worked as a Risk Analysis Intern at the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) for three months in 2018 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. Additionally, he completed internships at Grant Thornton LLP as an Audit Intern in 2018 for two months and at Maureen E Buhr CPA as an Accounting Intern in 2017 for two months, both in Georgia.
Educational Background
Chase Watson studied at the University of Georgia - J.M. Tull School of Accounting, where he earned a Master of Accountancy (MAcc) and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting. He also attended Georgia State University, where he achieved a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting. His education has equipped him with a strong foundation in accounting principles and practices.
VITA Site Coordinator Role
In 2019, Chase Watson served as a VITA Site Coordinator at the University of Georgia (UGA) Graduate School for four months. In this role, he coordinated volunteer income tax assistance programs, helping individuals in the community with tax preparation and filing. This experience contributed to his understanding of practical accounting applications and community service.