Key Facts
- Effective date
- Aug. 1, 2026
- Firms involved
- Mauldin & Jenkins (Atlanta-based, Top 60) and Schmoyer and Co. (Columbia, SC)
- Financial terms
- Not disclosed
- Schmoyer and Co. office
- Continues operating in Columbia, SC
- New partners
- Terry Schmoyer, Kathy Wine, Chris Controne
- Mauldin & Jenkins' second M&A deal in 2026
- First was The Prinzo Group in January
Background
Mauldin & Jenkins, a Top 60 accounting firm based in Atlanta, has completed a merger with Schmoyer and Co., effective Aug. 1, expanding its practice in the Greater Columbia, South Carolina, area. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Schmoyer and Co. will continue operating from its current office location in Columbia, SC. The merger brings together two firms with complementary strengths in the region.
Current Situation
Schmoyer and Co. brings extensive experience in healthcare accounting, small business advisory, bookkeeping, strategic tax planning and preparation, as well as traditional accounting and audit services. These strengths complement Mauldin & Jenkins’ existing operations, particularly for closely held businesses and healthcare entities, officials say.
Schmoyer and Co. President and Managing Partner Terry Schmoyer and partners Kathy Wine and Chris Controne have joined Mauldin & Jenkins as partners. The partnership adds expertise in corporate finance capabilities, including business valuations, mergers and acquisitions, and transaction advisory, as well as specialty tax and healthcare support.
This is Mauldin & Jenkins’ second M&A deal in 2026. In January, the firm merged with The Prinzo Group, a government-focused technology firm based in Alpharetta, GA.
| Deal | Date | Target Location | Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schmoyer and Co. | Aug. 1, 2026 | Columbia, SC | Healthcare, small business, tax |
| The Prinzo Group | January 2026 | Alpharetta, GA | Government-focused technology |
Impacts
The merger is expected to expand resources and deepen commitment to the Columbia community and the state of South Carolina, according to Mauldin & Jenkins Managing Partner Hanson Borders. Clients of Schmoyer and Co. will continue to receive personalized service while gaining access to a larger firm's resources.
The addition of Schmoyer and Co.'s partners enhances Mauldin & Jenkins' capabilities in healthcare and corporate finance, potentially benefiting existing and new clients in the region. The deal also reflects ongoing consolidation in the accounting profession.
Future Outlook
Scenario analysis: The possibilities below are not certain predictions.
If the integration proceeds smoothly, Mauldin & Jenkins could strengthen its position in the South Carolina market and attract more healthcare and closely held business clients. The firm may also pursue further mergers in the region, given its active M&A strategy in 2026.
However, if cultural or operational challenges arise, the expected synergies may take longer to materialize. The success of the merger will depend on retaining Schmoyer and Co.'s clients and staff while integrating services effectively.
Source: cpapracticeadvisor.com
