EJ Pelton: Celebrating 50 years in business
For almost fifty years, EJ Pelton & Associates has been a trusted financial partner for individuals, families, and small businesses throughout Chattanooga and the surrounding communities. Founded on August 15, 1976, the firm has grown from a small local practice into a full-service CPA office known for its reliability, expertise, and unwavering commitment to client care.
EJ Pelton & Associates provides comprehensive accounting solutions under two roofs, including tax preparation and planning, bookkeeping, payroll services, business consulting, and small-business accounting support. Whether a client is a first-time filer, a growing family, or a business owner seeking guidance, the team takes pride in tailoring their services to meet each person’s unique needs. Their flexible approach includes both in-person and virtual consultations, ensuring clients receive help in a way that fits their lifestyle.
The firm operates with a simple but powerful guiding principle: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” This philosophy shapes every interaction and decision, fostering long-term relationships built on trust, respect, and transparency. It also supports their broader mission of making a meaningful and positive impact in the lives of the people they serve.
At the heart of EJ Pelton & Associates is a genuine desire to help others. The team is motivated by the opportunity to make a difference by easing burdens during tax season, supporting entrepreneurs as they build their dreams, and offering clarity in moments when finances feel overwhelming. Their goal is always the same: to help clients feel confident, supported, and financially prepared.
Even with the technical demands of accounting work, the firm maintains a warm and positive workplace culture. They celebrate small achievements and milestones, reminding themselves daily that their work matters and their clients rely on them.
All partners of the firm proudly live in the Chattanooga area, and their connection to the region runs deep. They serve a diverse client base, including English, Spanish, Filipino, and Russian speakers, and work with individuals and businesses across Chattanooga, Soddy-Daisy, Kimball, and beyond. Their message to the community is simple and reflective of their values: “You must be the change you wish to see in the world.”
As a licensed CPA firm with an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, EJ Pelton & Associates has earned a reputation for ethical practices, professionalism, and dependable service. Nearly five decades after opening their doors, they continue to stand as a steady, trusted presence in the financial landscape—one built on expertise, heart, and a commitment to doing what’s right.
