John M. Waters

About John M. Waters

I partner with organizations that want their accounting function to scale, modernize, and support better decision-making.As a CPA and Partner with Eide Bailly LLP, I lead Client Accounting Services (CAS) in the Norfolk office, helping clients move beyond transactional accounting to technology-enabled, scalable outsourced accounting and finance operations.I work closely with leadership teams as a practical problem solver by designing efficient accounting processes, leveraging modern accounting technology, and delivering financial clarity for growing organizations.My experience includes not-for-profit organizations, multi-family real estate, professional services firms, and closely held businesses seeking reliable outsourced accounting, reporting, and advisory support.Outside of client work, I’m active with the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants (VSCPA) and enjoy traveling and spending time at the dog park with my corgi.

Experience

1. Partner

   Eide Bailly

   Dec 2025 — Present · Norfolk, VA, US

   Lead Client Accounting Services (CAS) for the Norfolk office, supporting organizations as they scale and modernize their accounting and finance operations- Partner with leadership teams to design accounting processes, implement technology, and improve financial visibility- Support nonprofit, high net worth families, professional services, and closely held businesses with outsourced accounting and advisory solutions- Serve as a practical problem solver during periods of growth, transition, or operational change

Education

• Old Dominion University

  BSBA, Accounting

  2005 — 2009

• Old Dominion University

  MS, Accounting

  2009 — 2010

Skills

• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Us Gaap
• Financial Reporting
• General Ledger
• Tax Research
• Omb Circular a-133
• Nonprofits
• Corporate Tax
• Cch Prosystem Fx
• Accounts Receivable
• Tax Accounting
• Hud Audits
• Internal Controls
• Income Tax
• Compliance
• Cpa
• Budgets
• Partnership Taxation
• Gaap
• Prosystem Fx Tax
• Employee Training
• Financial Statements
• Yellow Book
• Tax Preparation
• Accounting
• Procedure Development
• Financial Analysis
• Marketing
• Microsoft Office
• Financial Accounting
• Government Contracting
• Accounts Payable
• Audits of Employee Benefit Plans
• Non-Profits
• Computer
• Tax Returns
• S Corporations
• Tax
• Auditing
• Fixed Assets