About
Mark Tisdel, CPA
A CPA who thinks like a CFO and a CFO who understands the tax code. That combination is rare, and for a growing trade business, it's the difference between working harder and keeping more.
The gap Mark was built to fill.
Trade owners are usually forced to choose between a strategist and a tax expert. Mark is both — so nothing falls through the cracks between the two.
A CPA, not just a CFO
Most fractional CFOs aren’t CPAs. They can model a forecast but can’t engineer the tax strategy that determines what you actually keep. Mark does both.
Forward-looking, not backward
Most CPAs only look backward—reconciling what already happened and filing the return. Mark uses the same expertise to shape the decisions in front of you.
Fluent in the trades
Job costing, retainage, draws, seasonality, equipment-heavy balance sheets—Mark speaks the language of contractors because that’s who he serves.
The Oakwright Methodology
Scaling a trade business requires more than just looking at the bank balance. It requires a disciplined, cyclical approach to financial execution.
Objective Alignment
We don’t just track revenue. We define the exact target margins, cash reserves, and tax objectives required to scale safely without compromising the foundation.
Data-Driven Decisions
Capital allocation, equipment purchases, and hiring choices are stripped of gut-instinct and grounded entirely in rigorous, forward-looking financial modeling.
Tactical Execution
We install a resilient financial operating system—from precise job costing to automated forecasting—bringing absolute clarity to your daily operations.
Relentless Measurement
Strategy means nothing without validation. We relentlessly measure actual performance against the forecast, catching variances before they erode your profit.
The philosophy
“Growth is only worth it if you keep what you build. My job is to make sure the numbers work for you — this year on the return, and years from now when you sell.”
Mark Tisdel, CPA
Ready to keep more of what you build?
Let's connect your growth strategy to your tax strategy. Book a call to see where the numbers can take you.