Meet the Williams, McCranie, Wardlow & Cash, P.A. Team

John H. Williams Jr.
Crystal River Office

A Florida native, John considers it a compliment to be known as an “Old Cracker from Crystal River” and hails from one of the town’s founding families.

A 1969 graduate of the University of Florida, John obtained his BSBA Degree with honors and had a concentration in Accounting. He then obtained his Masters in Business Administration from the University of Florida in 1971 with a concentration in Finance.

A Certified Public Accountant since 1972, John launched the firm in 1976, joined a short time later by partner Bob McCranie. John serves as the head of the firm’s estate and trust tax department and is well-versed in financial statements, corporate, individual and estate tax consulting and planning.

Community Involvement:

  • Past treasurer of Citrus County Chamber of Commerce
  • Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Chamber Member of the Year for 2000

Robert E. McCranie, III
Inverness Office

Born in Bradenton, Florida, Bob has been a Nature Coast area resident for the past 30 years.

A Certified Public Accountant since 1970, Bob obtained his AA Degree from Manatee Junior College in 1967 and then went on to graduate from the University of South Florida in 1969 with his BA Degree in Accounting. In his former position as comptroller for the Citrus County Board of County Commissioners, he implemented the computerization of all financial and accounting records for Citrus County, including payroll, journal entries, accounts payable and financial reports. He also designed, developed, implemented and centralized the purchasing system, encumbrance accounting system, special assessment accounting programs, and a fixed asset accounting system.

Possessing considerable knowledge on charitable giving issues, Bob also focuses on advising governmental and non-profit institutions, as well as corporate and individual income tax consulting and planning.

Community Involvement:

  • Member of the Board of U. S. Family Foundation
  • Member of the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce
  • Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants

J. Paul Cash
Crystal River Office

A long-time Florida resident, Paul has lived in the Nature Coast area for 23 years. He is a graduate of Florida State University where he received his BS Degree with a major in Accounting and Finance.

A Certified Public Accountant since 1995, Paul’s practice focuses on individual and corporate tax planning, estate and trust consulting, corporate, individual and estate taxes, as well as auditing. Paul also does consulting for churches, non-profit organizations, and governmental entities.

Community Involvement:

  • Member of the Board of U. S. Family Foundation
  • Treasurer of the Rotary Club, Crystal River
  • Recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow Award for Community Service
  • Member Citrus County Chamber of Commerce
  • Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Member of the Board of Citrus County Education Foundation

Robert C. Wardlow, III
Inverness Office

A Florida native who was born in Hernando County, Rob has lived in the Sunshine State his entire life. He is a 1991 graduate of the University of South Florida and holds a BA Degree with a major in Accounting.

A Certified Public Accountant since 1994, Rob was formerly an administrator in the health care industry and believes this knowledge enhances his focus at Williams, McCranie & Sutton. His primary responsibilities includes medical practice services, auditing, corporate and individual taxes, as well as income tax planning.

Community Involvement:

  • Member of the Board of U.S. Family Foundation
  • Member Citrus County Chamber of Commerce
  • Past President of the Homosassa Springs Chamber of Commerce
  • 2001 Treasurer of Homosassa Springs Chamber of Commerce
  • 1999 Served on the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants Accounting and Auditing Standards Committee
  • Member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Treasurer & Member of the Board of Citrus School Resource Coalition