Wilson Acquires Controlling Ownership Of Southern Payroll & Bookkeeping

  • Wednesday, April 30, 2025
George Wilson
George Wilson
Southern Payroll & Bookkeeping announces that George Wilson has acquired controlling ownership of the company.

Mr. Wilson expressed deep gratitude to his former business partner, Aaron Dixon, for his support and contributions to SPB over the past five and a half years. “Aaron believed in my vision for SPB from the beginning,” Mr. Wilson said. “I’m sincerely thankful for the key role he has played in helping build our firm into what it is today.”

While Mr. Dixon continues to operate and grow several other successful ventures — including an insurance agency, tax firm, and a real estate investment company — Mr.
Wilson has remained singularly focused on expanding SPB and strengthening its mission of serving small and mid-sized businesses. With this transition, Mr. Wilson said he plans to deepen SPB’s commitment to personalized service, innovation, and impactful business support for its growing client base.

In conjunction with the ownership transition, Mr. Wilson announced the appointment of Scott Rix to the role of chief operating officer. Mr. Wilson and Mr. Rix first connected years ago through their mutual support of the American Cancer Society, a bond that later evolved into a professional partnership. Mr. Rix joined SPB approximately a year ago, initially assisting in solidifying the firm’s internal processes and strengthening its operational foundation. His work expanded into a full-time leadership role, where he was instrumental in the launch of SPB’s Business Advisory Services — now the company’s fastest-growing service line. As COO, Mr. Rix will continue to drive operational excellence and help lead SPB’s expansion into new service areas for the small and mid-sized businesses it serves.
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