It starts with
the people across the table.

An audit is more than a requirement.

It’s a working relationship built on communication, understanding,
and people you can count on.

It starts with
the people across the table.

An audit is more than a requirement.

It’s a working relationship built on communication, understanding,
and people you can count on.

— MEET THE PEOPLE —
— MEET THE PEOPLE —
Experience matters.

So does having people who listen, communicate clearly,
and understand the decisions you’re responsible for making.

So does having people who listen,
communicate clearly, and understand
the decisions you’re responsible
for making.

Tim Barnes, CPA

Audit & Assurance Partner

Experience matters when
the decisions do.

Tim brings more than three decades of public accounting and financial leadership experience to the table. His practical approach keeps the audit organized, collaborative, and focused on the issues that matter most to the institution.

Read Tim's Bio
Chance Allison, CPA

Audit & Assurance Partner

He knows what it’s like to sit on your side of the table.

Before joining F&C, Chance served as both CFO and CEO. That firsthand leadership experience shapes the questions he asks, the way he approaches an audit, and his understanding of the decisions bank leaders are responsible for making.

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Traci Long, CPA

Audit & Assurance Manager

Clear communication makes a better audit.

Traci brings a thoughtful, organized approach to the audit process, with an emphasis on clear expectations and consistent communication. She helps keep projects moving while making sure clients know what is needed, what comes next, and where things stand.

Read Traci's Bio
Tim Barnes, CPA

Audit & Assurance Partner

Experience matters when
the decisions do.

Tim brings more than three decades of public accounting and financial leadership experience to the table. His practical approach keeps the audit organized, collaborative, and focused on the issues that matter most to the institution.

Read Tim's Bio
Chance Allison, CPA

Audit & Assurance Partner

He knows what it’s like to sit on your side of the table.

Before joining F&C, Chance served as both CFO and CEO. That firsthand leadership experience shapes the questions he asks, the way he approaches an audit, and his understanding of the decisions bank leaders are responsible for making.

Read Chance's Bio
Traci Long, CPA

Audit & Assurance Manager

Clear communication makes a better audit.

Traci brings a thoughtful, organized approach to the audit process, with an emphasis on clear expectations and consistent communication. She helps keep projects moving while making sure clients know what is needed, what comes next, and where things stand.

Read Traci's Bio
A Conversation with Chance

Chance Allison, CPA | Audit & Assurance Partner

Hear Chance share his perspective on what makes a good audit
experience and the value it can bring to your institution. 

A Conversation
with Chance

Chance Allison, CPA

Audit & Assurance Partner

Hear Chance share his perspective
on what makes a good audit
experience and the value it can
bring to your institution. 

— PERSPECTIVES FROM OUR TEAM —
— PERSPECTIVES FROM OUR TEAM —

Three people. Three perspectives on a better audit experience.

Tim Barnes, CPA

The Right Audit Team
Changes the Experience

There are a lot of firms that can perform
your audit. So what makes one firm
different from another?

Read Tim's Perspective
Chance Allison, CPA

Your Audit Should Do
More Than Check a Box

Compliance matters. But a good audit
should provide something more.

Read Chance's Perspective
Traci Long, CPA

A Better Audit Starts
Long Before We Arrive

A successful audit begins weeks
before fieldwork, with preparation, communication, and clear expectations.

Read Traci's Perspective

We'd be glad to visit.

Whether you’re planning ahead for your next audit or simply interested in another perspective, we’d welcome the opportunity to learn more about your institution.

TALK WITH OUR TEAM

We'd be glad to visit.

Whether you’re planning ahead for your next audit or simply interested in another perspective, we’d welcome the opportunity to learn more about your institution.

TALK WITH OUR TEAM
Tim Barnes, CPA

Audit & Assurance Partner

“Trust isn’t built during an audit.
It’s built through every conversation
that comes before it.“

Tim Barnes understands that technical expertise is only part of what clients need. They need someone who takes the time to understand their business, communicates openly, and works alongside them to find practical solutions.

With more than three decades of experience in public accounting and executive financial leadership, Tim brings a practical perspective to every engagement. Before joining F&C CPAs in 2008, he spent 10 years with KPMG, LLP, followed by seven years serving as Chief Accounting Officer and Chief Financial Officer for privately held companies. That experience allows him to understand financial reporting not only from the auditor’s perspective, but also from the client’s side of the table.

Today, Tim serves as an Audit & Assurance Partner, working with financial institutions, manufacturing and distribution companies, employee benefit plans, not-for-profit organizations, and closely held businesses.

Clients know Tim for his calm approach, practical perspective, and willingness to take the time to answer questions and talk through complex issues. His goal is to make the audit process organized, collaborative, and valuable while helping clients make informed decisions for the future.

Tim earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Central Oklahoma and has been a Certified Public Accountant since 1991. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Oklahoma Society of Certified Public Accountants and the Oklahoma Bankers Association.

Chance Allison, CPA

Audit & Assurance Partner

“The best solutions
begin with a conversation.“

Chance Allison believes every client has a unique story and understanding that story is the first step toward providing meaningful guidance. Whether discussing an audit, navigating a complex accounting issue, or planning for what’s next, he believes the strongest relationships are built by listening first, asking thoughtful questions, and understanding each client’s goals before responding.

Chance began his career with F&C CPAs in 2008. He later served a municipality as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Executive Officer, providing financial and executive leadership for a community of more than 30,000 residents with a budget of approximately $90 million. Chance’s responsibilities included oversight of the municipality’s governmental operations and associated public trusts. That experience gave him first-hand insight into the decisions public-sector leaders make every day and continues to shape the practical perspective he brings to every client relationship.

Today, Chance serves as an Audit & Assurance Partner, working with governmental entities, Tribal governments, financial institutions, manufacturers, employee benefit plans, nonprofits, and other commercial organizations throughout Oklahoma. He enjoys helping clients navigate complex accounting and reporting requirements while building relationships that extend far beyond the audit.

Clients know Chance for his positive attitude, approachable style, and genuine interest in helping others succeed. He enjoys asking questions, learning what makes each organization unique, and working alongside clients to find practical solutions that support their goals.

He believes an audit should do more than meet a requirement. It should strengthen relationships, provide meaningful insight, and leave clients better prepared for whatever comes next.

Chance earned his Bachelor of Professional Accountancy from Oklahoma Baptist University and is a Certified Public Accountant. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Oklahoma Society of Certified Public Accountants, and the Government Finance Officers Association.

Traci Long, CPA

Assurance Manager

“The best advice starts with understanding the people
behind the numbers.“

That’s how Traci Long approaches every client relationship.

She believes the best solutions begin with listening. By taking the time to understand each client’s goals, challenges, and priorities, she helps organizations move forward with confidence and clarity.

Her experience includes serving financial institutions, manufacturers and distributors, nonprofit organizations, employee benefit plans, and state and local governments. Regardless of the industry, clients appreciate her thoughtful approach, steady leadership, and ability to simplify complex issues without losing sight of what matters most.

Colleagues know Traci as someone who brings people together, keeps projects moving, and creates an environment where everyone feels supported. She leads with quiet confidence, asks thoughtful questions, and helps teams find practical solutions that serve both the client and one another.

A graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma, Traci serves on the UCO Accounting Advisory Board, helping prepare future accounting professionals while continuing to invest in the profession she cares deeply about.

Tim Barnes, CPA

Audit & Assurance Partner

“There are a lot of firms that can perform your audit.“

The Right Audit Team Changes the Experience

There are a lot of firms that can perform your audit.

That’s the reality.

So, what makes one firm different from another?

In my experience, it’s rarely the audit report.

It’s the people.

I’ve spent more than 25 years in public accounting, and I also spent several years on the client side of the table. That experience changed the way I look at audits.

Clients don’t need more surprises.

They need people who communicate.

People who are prepared.

People who understand their business before they ever walk through the door.

The technical side of an audit matters. It always will.

But a good audit experience is about more than technical knowledge. It’s about having a team that’s organized, responsive, and easy to work with.

At the end of the engagement, I want clients to feel like the process was handled well and that they had people they could count on.

That’s what we work toward every day.

Chance Allison, CPA

Audit & Assurance Partner

“I’ve always believed a good audit should do more than check a box.“

Your Audit Should Do More Than Check a Box

When people hear the word “audit,” they usually think about compliance.

And while compliance is certainly part of the process, I’ve always believed a good audit should provide something more.

One of the things I enjoy most about this profession is getting to know the organizations we serve. Every client has different goals, different challenges, and different opportunities. Understanding those differences allows us to provide more than an opinion on financial statements, it allows us to become a trusted advisor.

My career has taken me through public accounting and executive leadership. Having worked in both roles, I’ve seen firsthand how financial decisions affect an entire organization. Budgets, operations, growth initiatives, board expectations, they’re all connected.

That’s why I believe an audit shouldn’t happen in a vacuum.

It should create conversations.

It should strengthen confidence.

It should give leadership the information they need to make informed decisions moving forward.

The best audit relationships aren’t built around a single engagement. They’re built over time through communication, trust, and a genuine understanding of what matters most to the client.

If we can leave every client feeling more confident than when we started, we’ve done our job well.

Traci Long, CPA

Audit & Assurance Manager

“When everyone knows what to expect, the entire audit process works better.“

A Better Audit Starts Long Before We Arrive

One of the biggest misconceptions about an audit is that it begins when the audit team shows up.

It doesn’t.

A successful audit starts weeks before fieldwork ever begins.

It starts with preparation.

Communication.

Asking questions early.

Making sure everyone understands what’s needed and when.

I know audits can feel overwhelming. Our clients are balancing deadlines, daily responsibilities, and countless priorities before we ever arrive. The last thing they need is an audit team that adds more stress to the process.

That’s why I believe communication matters so much.

When clients know what to expect, when questions are answered early, and when everyone is working together, the entire engagement feels different.

More organized.

More efficient.

Less stressful.

My goal has always been to help clients feel supported throughout the process—not just when questions come up, but from the very beginning.

An audit will always require work.

But with preparation, communication, and the right people working together, it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.

That’s the experience I want every client to have.