Bryant Purnell

Staff Tax Accountant

Bryant Purnell began his career in accounting at another Chattanooga CPA firm where he had the opportunity to work on various types of tax returns and out-of-scope projects, with a focus on flow-through entities. Most notably, Bryant was involved in a state audit for a client related to a state border construction tax incentive legislation. In his role at MSP, Bryant looks forward to growth opportunities with the Smith + Howard family of companies and is aiming to obtain his CPA license by the end of 2025.

“The most important factor in my decision to make the move to the MSP team was the work/life balance that they offered,” Bryant says. “As a father of a four-year-old girl with autism, the ability to be at home more often to support my family is so very valuable to me. My presence at home, even while working, does wonders for her regulation and progress. The team really made me feel like my family came before anything else.”

When he’s not working, Bryant enjoys playing hockey, weightlifting, playing video games, and spending time with his wife and daughter.

Education: Utah State University, Bachelor of Science in Accounting; University of Tennessee, Master of Accountancy