About Us
Our Culture
BAT Solutions exists to protect wealth, build legacies, and prevent costly financial mistakes before they happen. We partner with business owners, professionals, and athletes to provide proactive accounting, tax, compliance, and advisory services that create clarity, confidence, and long-term financial success.
We are committed to building trust, wealth, opportunity, and lasting relationships while upholding the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and excellence within our profession and the communities we serve.
Your Trusted
Family CPA Firm
Our vision is to become the most trusted family CPA firm in the Southeast region, helping individuals, businesses, and athletes build stronger financial futures and stronger communities.
Who We Are
Comprehensive Services
Personal & Professional Integrity
Think & Act Boldy
Commitment to Quality
Why We Exist
Meet Our Founder
Jonathan E. Smith was born and raised in Birmingham, AL and it has a special place in his heart. After graduating from Homewood High School in 2012, Jonathan attended Howard University in Washington D.C. In 2016, Jonathan graduated Magna Cum Laude from Howard University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accountancy. In 2017, Jonathan graduated Magna Cum Laude from Howard University with a Master of Science Degree in Accountancy.
After graduating from Howard University, Jonathan began working as a Tax Associate at KPMG, a big 4 accounting firm. In his previous role at KPMG, Jonathan worked in the State and Local Tax (SALT) division, which he focused on tax compliance and unique state tax regulation analysis. After two years with the company working in the KPMG Tysons Corner, VA office, Jonathan was promoted to Senior Tax Associate in the Business Tax Services (BTS) division and moved to the Birmingham, AL office. As Senior Tax Associate, Jonathan focused on Partnership Transactions Analysis and Federal and State Tax Compliances.
B. A. T. Solutions, LLC was founded by Jonathan Smith through his passion for his trade and serving others. Jonathan is a life member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity where he served as Vice Basileus and Basileus of the Alpha Chapter. He feels that his background and experience are key in making an impact in his community.
What Clients Are Saying
Our clients’ words speak volumes about our commitment to excellence.
How We Give Back
BAT Pays it Forward
Building up and supporting the community is something Jonathan holds near and dear to his heart. Check out all the amazing ways we are paying it forward and pouring back into the community.
