Serving our Clients Since 1978
HCBC Team
Scott Benefield, CPA/CVA
Managing PartnerScott P. Benefield joined the Firm in 1993. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan-Flint. Scott worked his way up to managing partner and majority shareholder over the years. He enjoys spending time at his beach home with Firm Mascot “Guido” better known as Tax Dog and also dining out with friends and family and traveling around the world when time allows. NC Certificate # 21247
Neil Crossley, CPA/PFS
Founder, Firm Advisor for Tax ServicesNC Certificate # 3960
Charles Craven, CPA
Partner, RetiredCharlie Craven joined the firm in 1994 and retired in 2024. Over 30 years, he built long-lasting client relationships, and his memory will forever be a part of our firm's history.
Scott Benefield, CPA/CVA
Managing PartnerScott P. Benefield joined the Firm in 1993. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan-Flint. Scott worked his way up to managing partner and majority shareholder over the years. He enjoys spending time at his beach home with Firm Mascot “Guido” better known as Tax Dog and also dining out with friends and family and traveling around the world when time allows. NC Certificate # 21247
Jim Hobbs, CPA
Founding Partner, Retired Neil Crossley, CPA/PFS
Founder, Firm Advisor for Tax ServicesNC Certificate # 3960
Laura Tosti
Senior ManagerLaura Tosti joined Hobbs, Crossley, Benefield & Craven, PA in 2006 after graduating from Concord University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. She has a list of hobbies that include hiking, camping, and spending time with her family. Laura and her husband, Robert, live in Indian Trail with their two daughters and a German Shepherd.
John Stevens, CPA
ManagerJohn F. Stevens joined the firm in 2016. He graduated from the University of Dayton, Dayton Ohio, with a B.A. in Business Administration and has been in public accounting since 1987.John and his wife, Maria love North Carolina and enjoy time with family, friends, the outdoors, and homegrown vegetables from the garden. NC Certificate #22209
Jennifer Bartalini
Tax & Accounting ManagerJennifer Bartalini is a Tax Manager at Hobbs, Crossley, Benefield & Craven, PA. She graduated from SUNY Old Westbury, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting in 2016. As an accountant, she takes pride in the efficiency and accuracy of her work; and strives to provide the best service possible. Her three children like to keep her busy with outdoor activities; and they don’t mind having a mom that can provide expert help with their math homework.
Charles Craven, CPA
Partner, RetiredCharlie Craven joined the firm in 1994 and retired in 2024. Over 30 years, he built long-lasting client relationships, and his memory will forever be a part of our firm's history.
Laura Tosti
Senior ManagerLaura Tosti joined Hobbs, Crossley, Benefield & Craven, PA in 2006 after graduating from Concord University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. She has a list of hobbies that include hiking, camping, and spending time with her family. Laura and her husband, Robert, live in Indian Trail with their two daughters and a German Shepherd.
John Stevens, CPA
ManagerJohn F. Stevens joined the firm in 2016. He graduated from the University of Dayton, Dayton Ohio, with a B.A. in Business Administration and has been in public accounting since 1987.John and his wife, Maria love North Carolina and enjoy time with family, friends, the outdoors, and homegrown vegetables from the garden. NC Certificate #22209
Jason Swierc
Senior AssociateJason Swierc first joined Hobbs, Crossley, Benefield & Craven, PA in 2018. He received his Master of Accounting from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill and his Bachelor’s in Accounting from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Originally from Louisiana, Jason and his wife moved to Charlotte in 2015 after honorably serving in the United States Marine Corps. Outside of work he enjoys playing golf, hiking, cooking, and spending time with family.
Ivan Kosovan
AssociateWhile serving in the United States Army National Guard, Ivan graduated from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte where he earned a Bachelor’s in Accounting. He joined Hobbs, Crossley, Benefield & Craven, PA in 2019. He currently resides in Charlotte and enjoys the nature and all that the city has to offer. Ivan has numerous hobbies including sports, being outdoors, and spending time with his family.
Rabreena White
Firm AdministratorRabreena’s previous office experience and excellence in customer service lead her to join Hobbs, Crossley, Benefield & Craven, P.A. in 2017. She is the first point of contact to all new and current clients and is also a North Carolina Notary Public, should clients need to have any official documents notarized. Rabreena and her husband, Shawn, live in Waxhaw with their son and rescue Pit mix named Xane.
Jennifer Bartalini
Tax & Accounting ManagerJennifer Bartalini is a Tax Manager at Hobbs, Crossley, Benefield & Craven, PA. She graduated from SUNY Old Westbury, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting in 2016. As an accountant, she takes pride in the efficiency and accuracy of her work; and strives to provide the best service possible. Her three children like to keep her busy with outdoor activities; and they don’t mind having a mom that can provide expert help with their math homework.
Jamee Billings
Senior Tax AssociateJoined in 2025, with 6 years of Big 4 experience at EY and PWC. She resides in Charlotte, NC, and is originally from Tampa, FL. Jamee holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Saint Leo University. Hobbies include a cappella singing, running, and golfing.
Kevin Shay
AssociateKevin Shay graduated from SUNY Farmingdale in 2019 with a Bachelor's in Business Management with a concentration in Accounting.
Rabreena White
Firm AdministratorRabreena’s previous office experience and excellence in customer service lead her to join Hobbs, Crossley, Benefield & Craven, P.A. in 2017. She is the first point of contact to all new and current clients and is also a North Carolina Notary Public, should clients need to have any official documents notarized. Rabreena and her husband, Shawn, live in Waxhaw with their son and rescue Pit mix named Xane.
Steven Sanders
Staff AccountantJoined in 2024, holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Charleston, SC.