Allen W. Tharp, CPA

Allen, a native of Louisiana, moved to San Diego after joining the United States Navy. After serving aboard the USS Constellation, Allen pursued his Bachelor of Accountancy degree at the University of San Diego. After graduation in December of 1993, Allen moved to Chicago to join the firm of Checkers, Simon & Rosner as a staff auditor for the Financial Services division. Allen worked on projects that included audit and tax preparation for clients that traded on the Chicago Board of Options Exchange and Chicago Board of Trade. In 1996, Allen joined the Chicago office of Ernst & Young as a Senior Accountant in their Real Estate division. During this time, Allen became a Certified Public Accountant and is now registered in California.

In 1997, Allen moved back to San Diego and joined Hamilton Tharp, LLP with a desire to combine his technical experience to service clients on a personal level. Allen brings strong multi-state and financial tax experience to the firm. Currently, Allen is the director of the Sports Division – specializing in baseball, basketball and football for professional athletes. He works extensively with professional athletes in multi-state and residency issues. In 2004, Allen became a member of the National Football League Players Association as a Registered Players’ Financial Advisor. The NFLPA's Financial Advisors Program, the first of its kind in professional sports, gives NFL players access to a diverse group of qualified, pre-selected financial advisors. In addition to managing the Sports Division, Allen works with business clients, many of whom are in sports-related industries, as well as individuals with complex tax and financial issues. Allen is a member of the AICPA and the California Society of CPA’s. He also holds a Series 65 license as a Registered Investment Advisor.

Allen spends his time away from the office with his wife Tina and their three children. Allen and his family are active in the community and in their children’s schools. Allen is an avid golfer and enjoys the many courses that San Diego has to offer.

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