Carmen Adriana Vlad Expands Accounting and Logistics Firms in SC

Mauldin, South Carolina, October 26, 2025

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Carmen Adriana Vlad, founder of Competent Accounting LLC and Competent Logistics LLC, is making strides in the U.S. with her firms serving over 200 businesses. With more than 20 years in the industry, she emphasizes transparency in tax reporting and volunteers in the community through the VITA program. Her logistics arm is also thriving, playing key roles during emergencies like hurricane Helen. Vlad’s future plans include training for aspiring tax professionals and developing bilingual resources for new business owners.

Mauldin, South Carolina – Carmen Adriana Vlad, EA, CPA, is the founder and president of Competent Accounting LLC / Tax Pro Accounting LLC and Competent Logistics LLC, which are based in Mauldin, South Carolina. With over two decades of experience in guiding companies internationally, particularly in accounting and logistics, Vlad has made a significant impact in both regions.

Vlad originally established the Competent Accounting Group in Oradea, Romania, where her firm expanded to include 16 employees and over 350 corporate clients, including businesses from the United States and Spain. After relocating to South Carolina, she founded Competent Accounting LLC in 2020 and Competent Logistics LLC in 2017 to serve a growing client base in the U.S.

The two firms currently provide services to over 200 businesses across 15 states. Competent Accounting LLC focuses on preparing federal and state tax returns, representing clients before the IRS, and advising foreign investors on entering the U.S. market. As an IRS Enrolled Agent and member of the National Association of Enrolled Agents, Vlad emphasizes the importance of transparent reporting for small business compliance.

In addition to running her firms, Vlad has been actively involved in community service. Since 2019, she has volunteered with the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program through the United Way of Pickens, helping low-income families file their tax returns. Her team annually prepares and files over 2,000 free tax returns for families earning between $20,000 and $30,000 a year, which often results in substantial refunds through programs like the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit.

Notable examples of the program’s impact include a single mother receiving a $3,400 refund for childcare costs, a retired veteran claiming a $1,200 refund, and a small business owner avoiding penalties thanks to Vlad’s guidance. Vlad’s contributions earned her the title of Volunteer of the Year in 2024 from the United Way’s IRS VITA Program.

Additionally, her logistics company, Competent Logistics LLC, has expanded its reach to provide nationwide trucking services and currently generates over $500,000 in annual revenue. In 2024, during hurricane Helen, her logistics firm played a critical role by providing emergency lodging and transport for stranded pilots.

Vlad also contributes to the nonprofit sector, serving as Vice Chair and Finance Director of Play Safe, a South Carolina organization dedicated to child safety education. Her efforts have been recognized in publications such as South Carolina Voyager, and she frequently participates in the IRS National Tax Forum.

Looking ahead, Carmen Vlad has ambitious plans for her firms. She intends to expand training programs for aspiring tax professionals and develop bilingual materials to assist first-time business owners navigating U.S. tax law. Vlad believes that economic empowerment is rooted in a solid understanding of taxes and compliance, which ultimately strengthens communities.

As a business leader, Carmen Adriana Vlad continues to bridge her global expertise in accounting and logistics, making valuable contributions both locally in Mauldin and nationally across the United States.

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