Three Moore Colson Partners Earn Spots on Forbes’ Best-In-State CPAs List
ATLANTA, GEORGIA
Moore Colson, an award-winning accounting and advisory firm in Atlanta, announced that Partners Candace Jackson, CPA, Elizabeth Miller, CPA, and Tyler Wright, CPA, ABV, CFF, CFE, were recognized on Forbes' America's Best-In-State CPAs list. Among the CPAs selected from Georgia, Jackson, Miller and Wright were honored for their outstanding professional achievements and contributions to the accounting industry.
Forbes published the list on April 15, 2026. The list was compiled by Forbes editorial staff through independent research, nominations and recognitions from various CPA associations. Candidates were evaluated based on expertise, innovation, thought leadership, experience, and service to the community and the profession.
Jackson serves Moore Colson as a partner and Assurance Practice Area leader. She oversees the firm's audit teams, coordinates assurance services, technical research and advisory services, maintains and expands client relationships, develops and implements value-added ideas, and mentors and trains firm professionals. With 20 years of experience, Jackson leads financial statement audits, reviews and compilations specializing in the distribution, professional services and transportation industries. She also serves as the firm's technical expert in benefit plans, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and advising on plan operations.
"I am honored to be recognized on the Forbes Best-In-State CPAs list for the second year in a row," said Jackson. "This recognition is an important acknowledgement of the standards that the entire Assurance team at Moore Colson upholds—technical excellence, strong professional judgment and a deep responsibility to the public interest. Milestones like this make the journey especially rewarding.”
Miller is a partner in the firm's Business and Financial Advisory Practice Area. With nearly 30 years of experience in public accounting, Miller offers specialized expertise in the analysis, design and development of business structures for accounting departments across industries including construction, convenience stores, distribution, healthcare, manufacturing, professional services, real estate, retail and technology. She and her team serve as fractional CFOs and controllers for businesses, and provide adaptable accounting support and business advisory services designed to propel businesses into their next growth phase.
"Being named to this list for a second consecutive year is incredibly meaningful," said Miller. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to serve our clients each day and to be recognized for that work.”
Wright serves Moore Colson as a partner and Business and Financial Advisory Practice Area leader. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience as an external auditor, internal auditor and forensic accountant, Wright provides accounting and financial advice in outsourced accounting, forensic investigations, commercial disputes, insurance claims, restructuring and turnaround, and fiduciary projects. In 2025, Wright was also recognized on Forbes' America's Top CPAs for Valuations list.
"I'm truly honored to be included on the Forbes Best-In-State CPAs list," said Wright. "Our Business and Financial Advisory team works hard every day to deliver results that matter for our clients, and this recognition is a reflection of their dedication and expertise. I look forward to continuing that work."
"We are incredibly proud of Candace, Elizabeth and Tyler for this well-deserved recognition," said Andy Starnes, managing partner at Moore Colson. "All three of them bring exceptional expertise, leadership and commitment to our clients and the firm. Having three partners named to the Forbes Best-In-State CPAs list speaks to the depth of talent we have at Moore Colson, and we look forward to their continued impact on our firm and the accounting profession."
The list of Forbes' Best-In-State CPAs is available here.
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