Melton & Melton announces partner promotion

Mary’s leadership, expertise, and dedication to client success have been instrumental in driving the firm’s continued growth and excellence in tax services.

When asked her thoughts on the promotion Mary said, “I am very happy to have this opportunity to give back to the firm that was the foundation of my career.  I would not be where I am today without the training I received.  They recognized my constant need to learn and to be challenged.”

Mary originally joined Melton & Melton in 1996 before expanding her career in the oil and gas industry. After gaining 11 years of industry experience as both a Controller and Chief Financial Officer, she rejoined the firm in 2023, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge in tax strategy and financial management. With 18 years of public accounting experience in tax, Mary’s understanding of the tax and accounting issues affecting the oil and gas, manufacturing, distribution and construction industries add significant value and depth for our clients.

Mary holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Accounting and Computer Information Systems from Northwestern State University of Louisiana, as well as a Master of Business Administration from the University of Houston-Victoria. She is committed to professional development, having completed the AICPA Certificate Program for U.S. International Tax and currently attending The Growth Partnership’s Partner Institute.

As an active member of the accounting community, Mary is affiliated with the Council of Petroleum Accountants Societies (COPAS), the Petroleum Accountants Society of Houston (PASH), the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants (TXCPA), and the Houston Chapter of TXCPA.