Love Bailey CPAs Announces Paul Klein, Will Walls as New Partners

Love Bailey CPAs has announced the addition of two new partners effective January 1, 2026. Paul Klein, CPA, has been named Tax Partner, and Will Walls, CPA, has been named Audit Partner.

Love Bailey CPAs is a locally owned firm based in downtown Laurens that serves Laurens County, while also working with clients across South Carolina and extending its reach to other states. The firm provides audit, advisory, tax services, and accounting for businesses, nonprofits, and governmental entities. The firm is proud that all three partners live right here in Laurens County, reinforcing Love Bailey CPAs’ long-term commitment to the community it serves.

“Paul and Will have been with us for many years and have proven themselves to be excellent CPAs,” said Gary Bailey, CPA, Managing Partner of Love Bailey CPAs. “But beyond their technical ability, they are men of strong character who seek to honor the Lord in how they lead, how they work, and how they serve our clients. That commitment is evident in everything they do, and we are proud to welcome them into the partnership.”

As Tax Partner, Klein will lead the firm’s tax practice, focusing on proactive planning, compliance, and strategic guidance for individuals and businesses. As Audit Partner, Walls will lead the audit department and oversee the firm’s nonprofit, governmental, and employee benefit plan engagements, with an emphasis on quality, consistency, and client communication.

Love Bailey CPAs is entering its 16th year under the Love Bailey name, when Gary Bailey and George Love partnered together in 2010. The firm traces its roots back to 1982, when it was founded by George Love, who retired in 2015.

For more information, visit https://lovebaileycpa.com