Strategic CFO — Public Accounting Leader

CS&L CPAs; Sarasota (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (2;

Group Life, Short-Term & Long-Term DIS

Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness &

401(k) Retirement Program

Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays

CPA Exam Bonus Program

Mentorship & Business Development

CS&L Cares Program

Job summary

CS&L CPAs in Sarasota, FL seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead operations, finance, and administration, partnering with leadership to drive performance, growth, and client service. The role supports a collaborative, fast-paced public accounting environment.

The CFO will oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and HR management while fostering a high-performing culture and ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple offices, with occasional travel to Bradenton and Tampa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of five years accounting experience in mid-sized professional services.
• Experience leveraging technology to automate accounting workflows.
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting, billing, and internal controls experience.
• Familiarity with Intacct, Bill.com, and CCH software.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations and ensure efficient performance across multiple office locations.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, payroll, billing, collections, cash flow and reporting.
• Partner with firm leadership on strategic planning and growth initiatives.
• Streamline workflows by applying technology and scalable processes.
• Manage human resources functions including recruitment, benefits, and compliance.
• Oversee technology, vendor relations, facilities, and business continuity.

Skills

Financial acumen

Technology automation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field

Tools

Intacct

Bill.com

CCH

Job description

CS&L CPAs in Sarasota, FL seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead operations, finance, and administration, partnering with leadership to drive performance, growth, and client service. The role supports a collaborative, fast-paced public accounting environment.

The CFO will oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and HR management while fostering a high-performing culture and ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple offices, with occasional travel to Bradenton and Tampa.