Chief Operating Officer

We are looking for a highly organized and execution-oriented Chief Operating Officer (COO) to help lead and scale our expanding accounting and advisory firm. This individual will act as a strategic business partner to the firm's three Partners while overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organization.The COO will be responsible for operational leadership across workflow management, team accountability, human resources, staffing coordination, client service processes, technology initiatives, and internal systems. This role is ideal for someone with experience in accounting firm operations or professional services who excels in fast-paced, client-focused environments.The successful candidate will bring a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, with the ability to improve processes, develop teams, implement scalable systems, and strengthen overall operational performance as the firm continues to grow.ResponsibilitiesOperations & Workflow ManagementFinancial Management & Internal OperationsHuman Resources & Team LeadershipTechnology & Process ImprovementClient Service & ExecutionStrategic & Operational SupportQualifications5+ years of operational leadership experiencePrior experience within an accounting firm or professional services environment strongly preferredExperience overseeing HR operations and employee managementStrong organizational, leadership, and project management skillsStrong technology aptitude with systems and process orientationExperience with workflow software, operational systems, or technology implementations preferredFinancial literacy and understanding of professional services business modelsExcellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skillsAbility to operate both strategically and tactically within a growing organizationPreferred ExperienceCPA firm operations or professional services managementHR leadership or people operations experiencePractice management software and workflow systemsProcess improvement and operational efficiency initiativesTechnology implementation or IT/vendor managementExperience supporting a founder-led businessCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salaryPerformance-based bonus opportunityPotential profit-sharing opportunityComprehensive benefits package PTO packageAll qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.