Deanna Dibin

About Deanna Dibin

I lead firm-wide initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, strengthening collaboration, and advancing our accounting technology ecosystem. My focus is on aligning people, processes, and platforms to deliver a scalable, seamless, and consistent client experience across tax and CAAS service lines.I oversee the selection and implementation of key tools, ensuring successful adoption through structured testing, comprehensive staff training, and performance monitoring. Collaborating with service line leaders, I continuously identify opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance processes, and leverage data to drive informed decision-making.In my previous role, I worked closely with small and mid-sized businesses to deliver tailored consulting and tax compliance services. I supported clients across diverse industries — from healthcare and professional services to retail, construction, and manufacturing — helping them navigate state and local tax issues, IRS audits, and year-end planning strategies.

Experience

1. Partner, Tax and Caas Operations Leader

   Carr, Riggs & Ingram

   Nov 2022 — Present · Nashville, TN, US

   Oversee firm-wide operational strategy and efficiency initiatives across Tax and CAAS service linesEvaluate, select, and implement tax, accounting and advisory technology toolsDesign and oversee testing, training, and firm-wide rollout of new systems and process enhancementsCollaborate with partners and service line leaders to assess performance metrics, identify efficiency gaps, and develop sustainable solutionsManage cross-functional initiatives improving collaboration between CAAS, tax, consulting and assurance teams.

Education

• Hillsboro High School

  High School

  1995 — 1997

• Belmont University

  Bachelor of Science, Accounting

  1999 — 2001

Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Tax Preparation
• Cch Prosystem Fx
• Accounting
• State Tax
• Gaap
• Irs
• Tax Returns
• Corporate Tax
• Bookkeeping
• Financial Statements
• Cpa
• Xero
• General Ledger
• Tax Research
• Pclaw
• Income Tax
• Jde Enterprise One
• Prosystem Fx Tax
• Sage Fas
• Partnership Taxation
• Business Tax Planning
• Quickbooks
• Onesource