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Susan Snowden, CPA , Principal

Title Principal
Hometown Tuscaloosa, AL
Years of Experience 31+
Education
Clemson University
In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing. The worst thing you can do is nothing.

— Theodore Roosevelt

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Certifications
  • Certified Public Accountant
  • Certified Global Management Accountant
  • Certified Internal Auditor
  • Hunter/Jumper
Specialties
  • Forecasting and Budgeting
  • Cash Flow Analysis
  • Reporting and KPIs
  • Strategic Advisory
  • Financial Statement Compilations
Industries
  • Real Estate
  • Non-Profits
  • Government
  • Construction
  • Professional Services
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Your Tuscaloosa CPA for Accounting and CFO Advisory

Dominating the Druid City economy requires more than a basic bookkeeper. Whether you are navigating Alabama Department of Revenue (ADOR) mandates in North River or optimizing cash flow near Lake Tuscaloosa, your business deserves elite financial leadership. Susan Snowden , former CFO for the City of Tuscaloosa, provides the technical authority needed to protect your profit and scale with precision.

As a Principal at Dark Horse CPAs, Susan Snowden specializes in Outsourced Accounting and Fractional CFO services for Tuscaloosa businesses. From managing day-to-day accounting to executing an Alabama Electing Pass-Through Entity (PTE) tax strategy, she delivers executive-level expertise without the full-time overhead. In a town built on Roll Tide excellence, Susan ensures your bottom line is audit-proof and positioned for long-term success.

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Susan Snowden, CPA

Susan Snowden, CPA, Principal

My clients value that I personally handle the work—something rare in this industry. That direct relationship allows me to stay connected, help them interpret their financial data, and build strategies for what comes next. As a CFO, my focus is always on creating the greatest positive impact and ROI for every client.

Tax, Accounting & CFO Services for Tuscaloosa Businesses

The Problem: Too many Tuscaloosa business owners operate with financial blind spots that the Alabama Department of Revenue (ADOR) is ready to exploit. Lacking accurate data or an executive strategy means your cash flow is at risk, making it impossible to scale in a competitive market like The Druid City. Relying on basic bookkeeping without an insider’s view on Alabama payroll compliance and state mandates is a liability, not a business plan.

The Solution: Susan Snowden brings her tenure as the former City CFO to your private enterprise through outsourced accounting and Fractional CFO services. We replace guesswork with elite cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and high-level strategy. From optimizing the Alabama Electing Pass-Through Entity (PTE) tax structure to proactive federal planning, we deliver the clarity you need to make tax-smart, growth-focused decisions that win.

Susan Snowden, CPA

Susan Snowden, CPA, Principal

The outsourced accounting services that we provide at Dark Horse are accurate and timely, allowing business owners to focus more of their valuable time on other critical tasks. By thoughtfully building accounting engagements, we can provide the level of service that clients need, at a fixed fee that they can budget for each month.

Tax Strategy & Compliance for Tuscaloosa Locals

The Problem: Many Tuscaloosa residents treat tax day like a sudden storm, only realizing the damage once it hits. Whether it is an unexpected bill to the Alabama Department of Revenue (ADOR) or the frustration of a missed credit, reactive filing is a losing game. Navigating Alabama state income tax and Tuscaloosa County property tax mandates without an insider's perspective leads to blind spots that high-earners in North River or Lake Tuscaloosa cannot afford.

The Solution: At Dark Horse CPAs, we operate on a No Surprises mandate. Susan Snowden leverages her tenure as the former City CFO to safeguard your personal finances through proactive state and federal filings. We integrate elite retirement, investment, and real estate planning to ensure your wealth stays protected in The Druid City. Every engagement includes a tailored tax strategy designed to keep you prepared, not reactive.

Susan Snowden, CPA

Susan Snowden, CPA, Principal

Our Tax Team is the most dynamic, creative, advisory-focused group of CPAs you will ever encounter. They share a common goal, to maximize your tax savings and minimize any surprises come filing time.

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