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Our Spring Hill, FL Team

About Our Firm

For years, Gray & Gray and Associates has been providing quality, personalized financial guidance to local individuals and businesses. Our expertise ranges from basic tax management and accounting services to more in-depth services such as audits, financial statements, and financial planning.

Gray & Gray and Associates is one of the leading firms in and throughout the area. By combining our expertise, experience and the team mentality of our staff, we assure that every client receives the close analysis and attention they deserve. Our dedication to high standards, hiring of seasoned tax professionals, and work ethic is the reason our client base returns year after year.

Our Mission

Our mission is to help clients maintain financial viability in the present, while taking a proactive approach to achieve future goals. This requires open communication to reach an understanding of our clients' needs through research and sound analysis. Gray & Gray and Associates is dedicated to meeting these goals with high standards of excellence and professionalism. We have been a staple of the area's business community for years, and pride ourselves on the level of esteem we have earned.

Our dedication to hard work has earned the respect of the business and financial community in and around the area. We believe this to be a direct derivative of our talent and responsiveness to our client base. Whether you are a current or prospective client, rest assured that individuals and businesses who choose Gray & Gray and Associates receive competent and timely advice.

Our Team

Erin C. Mike-Mayer, CPA

erin@graycpas.com 315-386-2925
  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Rochester Institute of Technology

  • Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in Florida
  • Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in New York
  • Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in North Carolina

    Erin joined Gray & Gray in November of 2016. She is a Certified Public Accountant with almost twenty-eight years of experience. Erin has experience with a diverse client base, focusing on federal and multi-state corporate, partnership, individual, fiduciary, estate and not-for-profit tax returns. Prior to working in public accounting, Erin worked for a few private companies providing her with a solid background in accounting, financial statement preparation and payroll.

    Previous employment:
    Senior Staff Accountant - Thomas, Judy & Tucker, P.A., Raleigh-Durham, NC - July, 2014 - October, 2016
    Tax Consultant - Underwood & Roberts, PLLC, Raleigh-Durham, NC - December, 1997 - July, 2014

    Specialties: Business and tax planning for closely-held business, individuals, estates and trusts.

    Credentials and Affiliations

    • Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
    • Member of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants
    • Member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • John Nasky, CPA, MBA

    jnasky@graycpas.com 315-764-8010
  • Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from Rochester Institute of Technology
  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting from State University of New York at Geneseo

  • Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in New York State
  • Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in Florida

    John joined Gray and Gray & Associates on August 8, 2021.
    He has a background working with corporations, partnerships, individuals, trusts, and not-for-profits. John has done research in federal and state tax matters to develop effective tax planning strategies and prepared tax projections for business and individual clients. In addition, John has significant experience in tax, audit, and compliance matters.

    Previous employment:
    Certified Public Accountant - Ward, Schmerbeck, & Billig, CPAs, P.C., Rochester, NY - Jan, 2016 - Aug, 2021
    Internship - Institute of Internal Auditors-Rochester Chapter, Rochester, NY - Sept, 2013 - June, 2014
    Internship - Deloitte & Touche, LLP, Rochester, NY - Sept, 2012 - Aug, 2013

    Credentials and Affiliations

    • Membership of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants applied for
    • Member of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants
    • Member of the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants

    Activities
    Information Technology Assurance Committee

  • Angela M. Gray, CPA, MSIS

    angela@graycpas.com 315-386-2925
  • Masters of Science in Information Systems from Clarkson University
  • Bachelor of Science with Distinction in Accounting from Clarkson University

  • Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in New York
  • Certified QuickBooks Advisor


  • Angela is a Certified Public Accountant with almost fifteen years of experience, and was named a partner of Gray & Gray Certified Public Accountants in 2005. With a broad background in accounting, finances, and taxes, Angela can serve clients in any industry, from retail business to construction contracting, from professional practice to manufacturing, or even restaurants. In addition, Angela's QuickBooks skills are held in high acclaim across the North Country. She teaches and supports entrepreneurs of all kinds how to best utilize the program to fit their business.

    Specialties: Business and tax planning for closely-held business, individuals, and not-for-profits

    Credentials and Affiliations

    • Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
    • Member of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants

    • Activities

      • President of Seaway Valley Prevention Council
      • Treasurer of St. Lawrence Child Care Council, Inc.
      • Treasurer of Canton-Potsdam Hospital Foundation
      • Board member of the New York Council of Nonprofits, Inc.
      • Board member of Young Women Leadership Insitute, Inc.
      • Member of the Rotary Club in Canton
      • Former Board member of Traditional Arts in Upstate New York
      • Former Board member of Grasse River Heritage, Inc.
      • Past President and past Vice President and Treasurer of the North Country Children's Clinic

    John J. Gray, Jr., CPA, CGMA, MBA

    john@graycpas.com 315-386-2925
  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Clarkson University
  • Masters of Business Administration from Clarkson University
  • Healthcare Financial Management Association Certificate of Advanced Technical Study

  • Certified Public Accountant licensed to practice in New York State and the State of Florida
  • Chartered Global Management Accountant
  • Fellow of the Healthcare Financial Management Association


  • John J. Gray Jr., is the founder and managing partner of Gray & Gray Certified Public Accountants, P.C., Canton, NY where he practices in partnership with his daughter, Angela. The firm was established in 1977 in Saranac Lake and operated out of John's home office until 2001. In 2001, John resigned from his full time CFO position and purchased the firm of Canfield and Menz in Canton, which he merged with his own. During the first 25 years, the firm was operated on a part-time basis as John worked as Vice President for Finance and Information Systems in area hospitals for eighteen years, including Canton-Potsdam Hospital (eight years) and Adirondack Medical Center (ten years), as well as seven years as the Diocesan Fiscal Officer for the Diocese of Ogdensburg.

    Specialties: Personal, small business, and not-for-profit accounting and income tax planning and preparation, Healthcare Financial Management and Administration

    John Gray, Financial Advisor, Securities offered through Advisory services offered through Anantax Investment ServicesSM, 3200 Olympus Blvd., Ste 100, Dallas, TX 75019, 972-870-6000. Gray & Gray and Associates CPA, P. C. and G & G Advisors, LLC are not a registered broker/dealer or registered investment advisory firm. http://brokercheck.finra.org/

    Credentials and Affiliations

    • Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
    • Member of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants
    • Member National Association of Tax Practitioners
    • Member Healthcare Financial Management Association
    • Member Institute of Management Accountants

    Activities and Awards

    • Past President Adirondack Chapter of New York State Society of Certified Public Accounts (NYSSCPA)
    • Treasurer and member of the Board of Directors of the Canton Chamber of Commerce
    • Member of the Canton Economic Development Steering Committee
    • Past Member Town of Colton Planning Board
    • Former Treasurer and member of the Board of Directors of the St. Lawrence County Child Care Council
    • Member of the Reh Center for Entrepreneurship Advisory Council and the Business Leadership Council at Clarkson University
    • 2013 State University of New York at Canton Distinguished Citizen
    • 2007 Canton Chamber of Commerce Member of the Year
    • Past Exalted Ruler & Honorary Life Member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Saranac Lake Lodge #1508

    Cindy McMillan-Staff Accountant/Bookkeeper

    cindy@graycpas.com 315-379-8006
    Studied at Hillsborough Community College, Tampa, Florida

    Cindy joined Gray & Gray and Associates on July 22, 2020 after having been employed by the Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce when she held several positions over a four year period. Cindy brings to the firm several years of extensive administrative and bookkeeping experience.

    Previous employment:
    Operations / Finance / Communications / Website Manager - Greater Hernando County Chamber of Commerce, Brooksville, FL - August, 2016 - July, 2020
    General Manager - Ambrose Restaurants, Inc., Brooksville, Florida - May, 2015 - June, 2016
    Shift Manager, Department Manager, Office Manager, Trainer, Cashier - Save A Lot Grocery Stores, Brooksville, Florida - November, 2011 - May, 2015
    Executive Administrative Supervisor - Winn Dixie Stores, Inc., Tampa, Florida - October, 1980 - November, 1994

    Dawn Melanson-Payroll Specialist

    dawn@graycpas.com 315-386-1211
  • Studied at University of New Hampshire, Durham NH
  • Studied at University of Mass, Lowell, MA

  • Dawn joined Gray & Gray and Associates on October 5, 2020. Dawn brings to the firm over 30 years of extensive experience in payroll preparation and office administration.
    Previous employment:
    Payroll Administrator - Associated Grocers of New England, Pembroke, NH - August, 2018 - October, 2020
    Office Manager - Finishield Corporation, Londonderry, NH - November, 2000 - August, 2018
    President - South Jr Deb Softball League, Manchester, NH - 2008 - 2019

    Melissa Springstead - Staff Accountant

    melissa@graycpas.com 315-379-8008
  • Associate of Science in Accounting Technology: Financial Option

  • Business Specialist
  • Accounting Technology Specialist
  • Accounting Technology Operations
  • Accounting Technology Management

    Melissa joined Gray & Gray and Associates on September 6, 2022. She has over 20 years experience in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, Accounting procedures, and Tax Preparation.
    Previous Employment:
    Architectural Services and Engineering - 2003 - 2007; Colwill Engineering, Inc. - 2007 - 2008; My Classified Ads - 2008 - 2017; Jackson Hewitt - 2021; Himes Electric Company - 2017 - 2022

    Melissa is also a State of Florida Notary Public