Sarah K. Godfrey and Mark S. Burgess Named Partners of UMMC

The Partners of Updegrove, McDaniel, McMullen and Chiccehitto, PLC, are pleased to announce that Sarah K. Godfrey, CPA, and Mark S. Burgess, CPA, have become Partners with the Firm, effective January 1, 2025.

Sarah K. Godfrey, CPA

Sarah, a dedicated member of our Warrenton office since 2012, graduated George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. She has been an integral part of our team serving UMMC clients in tax preparation, tax planning and consulting, as well as outsourced CFO services. Known for her dedication to training our team and exceptional client service, Sarah’s friendly approach has endeared her to clients and colleagues alike. She is a member of both the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Virginia Society of CPAs (VSCPA), and currently serves as Treasurer on the Board of the Foothills Housing Corporation.

Mark S. Burgess, CPA

Mark is returning to UMMC after having his own public accounting practice. He graduated with honors from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Throughout his career, Mark has assisted clients with a diverse array of services including tax preparation, tax planning and consulting, compliance, and part-time CFO and controller duties for businesses and nonprofit organizations. He is a member of the Virginia Society of CPAs and a Not-For-Profit Section Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.

Updegrove, McDaniel, McMullen & Chiccehitto, PLC, is a full-service accounting firm with offices in Leesburg and Warrenton.

UMMC Participates Annually to Benefit Many Organizations

UMMC partners and staff are very active in both their work and home communities throughout the year in a variety of service projects. Their contributions make a tangible, lasting impact on these communities and benefit many worthy organizations. Service plays a significant role in UMMC’s firm culture and these efforts are celebrated. Over the years, UMMC staff members have donated many service hours and monetary donations to the partial list of organizations below.

Fauquier County Mental Health Leaders
W&OD Trail (No. Va. Park Auth.)
Mobile Hope Organization
Education Farm
Fauquier Free Clinic
Hospice Support of Fauquier County, Inc.
Boulder Crest Retreat (Wounded Warriors)
Tree of Life Ministries
Good Shepherd Alliance
Fauquier Boys and Girls Club
Johns Hopkins ALS
Culpeper Food Closet
Loudoun Hunger Relief
Women Giving Back Toy Drive
Backpack Buddies of Loudoun