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Matthew Coker

Assurance Practice Leader, Accounting Advisory & Outsourcing - Accounting & Reporting Advisory Services

CPA

Executive Summary

Matthew is a seasoned Principal in the Accounting & Reporting Advisory Services group, specializing in technical accounting and financial reporting advisory. With over 14 years of experience, Matthew is adept at navigating complex U.S. GAAP accounting requirements and best practices, as well as technical SEC financial statement and disclosures under Regulation S-X.

Matthew has extensive experience in assisting companies with complex accounting issues and is proficient in IPO readiness and SEC reporting, including periodic filings, registration statements, and public offerings. He is skilled in the implementation of new accounting standards (i.e. ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 326), accounting for troubled debt restructurings and modifications, accounting for business combinations, pushdown accounting, and complex debt and equity financing arrangements.

As a project leader, he plays a pivotal role in advising publicly-traded and privately-held companies during IPOs and subsequent registration transactions, as well as audits, in order to promote the successful execution of complex transactions and compliance with the latest accounting standards and regulations. Additionally, Matthew contributes to multiple projects with BDO USA and BDO UK, enhancing cross-border collaboration and knowledge sharing, and stays actively involved in continuing education initiatives at BDO.

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants

  • M.A., Accounting, University of Mississippi
  • B.A., Accounting, University of Mississippi