Art Sparks, CPA
Member/Partner
Office: Union City, TN
Experience
In the 30 years he's served as a public accountant, Art has positioned himself as a leader in peer review and quality control issues. He performs peer reviews each year for public accounting firms across the country and consults with numerous smaller firms. His work with peer reviews enhances the quality of accounting, attestation and auditing services for firms across the nation. His experience also pushes ATA's professionals to provide higher quality services to its clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science
Major: Accounting
University of Tennessee at Martin, Martin, Tennessee
Professional Affiliations
Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants
Board of Directors, 2006-2012
Peer Review Committee - Past Chairperson
West Tennessee Chapter - All Offices
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
Peer Review Board Member, 2004-2008
Oversight Task Force, Past Chairperson
State Board of Accountancy
Board Member, 1993-1996
Business TN Magazine's Top 25 Accountants, 2008 and 2009
Areas of Specialization
Quality Control
Peer Review
Accounting and Auditing
Rotary Club
Past President
Paul Harris Fellow
Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame Board Member, 2010 - 2013
Community Foundation of Obion County Board Member
University of Tennessee Development Council, Past Member
University of Tennessee at Martin
Distinguished Service Award
Skyhawk Club President
Former Alumni Council
Obion County Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors, Former President
Joint Economic Development Council
Board of Directors - Treasurer
First United Methodist Church - Union City, Member


