About Our Founder

Colin Clarence, P.A.: A Legacy of Leadership and Expertise

Colin Clarence, the founder and guiding force behind Colin Clarence, P.A., brings over 20 years of extensive experience in accounting and tax advisory to the forefront. His career began in prestigious firms where he honed his skills in providing tailored financial solutions to high net-worth individuals and corporations, setting a foundation of excellence that the firm upholds today.

Pioneering Innovations in Tax Advisory

Colin played a pivotal role in advancing paperless tax solutions, an initiative that not only set industry standards but also reflected his forward-thinking approach to tax consulting. Under his leadership, Colin Clarence, P.A. has been instrumental in implementing innovative strategies that significantly enhance client satisfaction and compliance.

A Commitment to Professional Excellence

As a member of the American Association of Certified Public Accountants, Colin’s commitment to ethical practices and continuous improvement is evident. His leadership not only steers the firm towards new heights but also ensures that every client receives personalized and effective solutions tailored to their unique financial landscapes.

Professional Designation:

American Association of Certified Public Accountants

Licensed:

Florida: Lic. No. AC42509

California: Lic. No. CPA85865

Professional Membership:

American Association of Certified Public Accountants

Colin C. Small, CPA

Founder & CEO, Colin Clarence, P.A.

Education:

Bacheler of Science, Accounting

University of Southern California

Experience:

Colin has over 20 years of experience in delivering professional tax and accounting services to his clients. He has extensive experience in helping individuals with personal income tax matters, including tax return preparation, quarterly tax projections and multi-year tax planning to minimize overall tax liabilities and enhance cash flows. At the entity level, Colin also has extensive experience in business tax return preparation, financial accounting and financial statement preparation and payroll services. After graduating from the University of Southern California in 1999 with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Colin joined the Private Client Services group of Arthur Andersen and was based in Los Angeles, California. Colin’s group later spun-off into the international accounting firm of Andersen Tax (formerly known as WTAS). In 2007, Colin transferred to the West Palm Beach, Florida office of Andersen Tax. In January 2016, Colin demonstrated his entrepreneurial spirit by founding the tax and accounting firm of Colin Clarence, P.A. Colin continues to service his clients from this new platform with a continued focus on providing complex, high-level and high-quality professional tax and accounting services, while delivering exceptional client service.

Colin C. Small, CPA

Colin has almost 25 years of experience in delivering professional tax and accounting services to his clients. He has extensive experience in helping individuals with personal income tax matters, including tax return preparation, quarterly tax projections and multi-year tax planning to minimize overall tax liabilities and enhance cash flows. At the entity level, Colin also has extensive experience in business tax return preparation, financial accounting and financial statement preparation and payroll services.

After graduating from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Colin joined the Private Client Services group of Arthur Andersen and was based in Los Angeles, California. Colin’s group later spun-off into the international accounting firm of Andersen Tax (formerly known as WTAS). In 2007, Colin transferred to the West Palm Beach, Florida office of Andersen Tax.

In January 2016, Colin demonstrated his entrepreneurial spirit by founding the tax and accounting firm of Colin Clarence, P.A. Colin continues to service his clients from this new platform with a continued focus on providing complex, high-level and high-quality professional tax and accounting services, while delivering exceptional client service.