11 Jun Deetra Watson Named to Forbes 2026 Best-In-State CPAs List
Blackman & Sloop is proud to announce that Assurance Partner Deetra Watson, CPA, has been recognized on the Forbes 2026 Best-In-State CPAs list, a distinction that highlights outstanding accounting professionals who have demonstrated excellence in client service, leadership, expertise, and contributions to the profession.
This prestigious recognition reflects Deetra’s commitment to delivering exceptional service while building trusted relationships with clients, colleagues, and the communities she serves.
A Trusted Advisor to Clients Across North Carolina
Since joining Blackman & Sloop in 2005, Deetra has played an integral role in the firm’s growth and success, building a reputation for delivering exceptional client service while fostering strong, lasting relationships. As Assurance Partner, she leads the firm’s assurance group with a focus on strategic leadership, staff development, and helping clients navigate complex financial reporting and compliance requirements.
Deetra specializes in assurance services for not-for-profit organizations, including audits and Form 990 reporting. She is passionate about helping organizations achieve their goals and is known for her thoughtful approach, technical expertise, and commitment to providing guidance clients can trust.
What truly sets Deetra apart is her relationship-first mindset. She believes the strongest client partnerships are built on trust, communication, and a genuine understanding of each organization’s mission and challenges. Her dedication to serving both clients and colleagues has made her a respected leader within the firm and throughout the profession.
Leadership Beyond the Numbers
While technical excellence remains a cornerstone of her work, Deetra’s impact extends well beyond engagement deliverables.
She is deeply committed to mentoring team members, fostering professional growth, and helping create an environment where individuals can develop meaningful and rewarding careers in public accounting. Her leadership reflects Blackman & Sloop’s commitment to investing in people and building lasting relationships both inside and outside the firm.
This recognition from Forbes not only highlights Deetra’s professional accomplishments but also underscores the importance of leadership, integrity, and service within the accounting profession.
About the Forbes Best-In-State CPAs List
The Forbes Best-In-State CPAs list recognizes accounting professionals who have earned the respect of their peers and clients through exceptional performance, leadership, and contributions to the profession. Honorees are selected based on a variety of factors, including professional achievements, experience, thought leadership, community involvement, and overall impact within the accounting industry.
Being named to this list places Deetra among a distinguished group of accounting professionals who are helping shape the future of the profession across the United States.
Celebrating a Well-Deserved Recognition
At Blackman & Sloop, we are honored to celebrate this achievement and the positive impact Deetra continues to make every day.
Her dedication to clients, commitment to excellence, and passion for serving others exemplify the values that guide our firm and the relationships we strive to build.
Please join us in congratulating Deetra Watson on being named to the Forbes 2026 Best-In-State CPAs list.