NFP Level II Certified
Deetra Watson has been a cornerstone of the Blackman & Sloop team since 2005 and now serves as Assurance Principal. She leads the firm’s assurance group with a focus on strategy, staff development, and delivering exceptional service. Specializing in nonprofit audits and 990s, Deetra finds genuine joy in helping clients achieve their goals. Building strong, lasting relationships is her passion, and she takes pride in offering high–quality, trustworthy guidance every step of the way.
When Deetra isn’t working, she enjoys staying active, traveling, and spending time with her family. She has two boys and lives in Durham, NC. Deetra values the importance of hard work and strives to set a good example for her children. She believes that there’s good in every situation and person, even when it’s not immediately obvious. For her, searching for what is good and standing by what you do is invaluable!
Designations
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – North Carolina #28086
- Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
- Not–for–Profit Level II Certified
- Single Audit Advanced Certified
Memberships
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- “Start Here, Go Places” CPA of the Month
- AICPA 2010 Leadership Academy
- Former Assurance Services Executive Committee
- North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants (NCACPA)
- NCACPA Not-for-Profit Committee
- NCACPA Board of Directors 2015 – 2017
- NCACPA Financial Literacy Committee – Former Member
Education
- University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- Master of Science in Accounting – 1999
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting – 1998
- Minor in Communications