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Client Accounting & Advisory Services
Accurate, Timely, Future-Ready Financials—So You Can Focus on Growing Your Business
Growing businesses face a critical challenge: the need for sophisticated financial guidance and reliable accounting processes. You need a partner who understands your industry and responds when decisions cannot wait.
That is where our accounting professionals step in, providing the expertise you need, exactly when you need it. From day-to-day transactions to strategic planning, we customize our support to match your goals while ensuring you maintain control and visibility over your financial operations.
Accounting and Payroll Services
Running a successful organization means having accurate financial data to drive decisions. But when your team is stretched thin or you cannot get timely responses from your accounting provider, opportunities slip away and stress builds up.
Take control of your financial operations with an accounting team that responds same-day to your needs. Our accountants work as an extension of your organization, handling everything from daily transactions to monthly close, all while ensuring you maintain clear visibility into your numbers.
For payroll services, we make sure your employees are paid accurately and on time, every time—handling multi-state requirements, tax filings, and compliance details from start to finish.
What we deliver:
Responsive Accounting Support with Same-Day Service
Full-Cycle Accounting from Transactions to Financial Statements
Monthly Close & Reconciliation
Audit Preparation & Support
Complete Payroll Processing & Tax Filing
Clear Communication & Proactive Updates
Quick Access to a Team of Accounting Experts
Fractional CFO Services
Growing businesses need strategic financial leadership, but hiring a full-time CFO is not always the right solution. Whether you are looking to improve profitability, plan for growth, or make better-informed decisions, you need experienced financial guidance that scales with your needs.
Work with seasoned CFOs who have led organizations like yours. Our fractional CFOs help you identify the metrics that matter, develop forecasting that drives decisions, and create strategies that improve your bottom line. You get the strategic insight of an experienced CFO, without the cost of a full-time hire.
Strategic capabilities include:
Financial Metrics & KPI Development
Revenue & Cash Flow Forecasting
Strategic Planning & Analysis
Banking & Capital Relationship Management
Risk Assessment & Mitigation
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Fractional Controller Services
Your organization needs more than basic bookkeeping–you need someone who can implement proper financial controls, improve processes, and ensure accuracy across all your accounting functions. But finding and retaining qualified controllers is increasingly challenging.
Access experienced controllers who understand your industry's unique requirements. Our fractional controllers help you implement proper job costing, develop work-in-progress schedules, establish efficient processes, and maintain compliance with industry standards. You get the expertise of a seasoned controller who can both execute and optimize your financial operations.
Operational capabilities include:
Process Development & Optimization
Job Costing & WIP Schedule Management
Month-End Close Oversight
Financial Controls Implementation
Team Training & Development
Compliance & Reporting Management
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Allison Hillman is a Director and leads the Accounting & Management Outsourcing team at Redpath and Company. Allison brings over a decade of diverse experience in finance, accounting and client management—leveraging an extensive background to deliver strategic financial insights and tailored accounting solutions to a wide range of clients.
Allison began her career with roles in both audit and tax for an international CPA and advisory firm, where she developed expertise in financial statement audits, tax preparation, and consulting for various industries including construction, real estate, and nonprofit. With subsequent roles at Lifetouch National School Studios as an Accounting Analyst and Finance Manager, she honed her skills in month-end close, budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis. During her tenure, Lifetouch transitioned from an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) to merging with Shutterfly, thereby becoming a publicly traded company. The combined company was later acquired by private equity. Throughout these major transitions, Allison played a pivotal role in financial reporting, revenue forecasting, and adapting financial strategies to align with the company’s evolving ownership structure.
In her most recent position as Client Solutions Director at Robert Half, Allison built deep relationships with Accounting and Finance leaders, offering flexible consulting and staffing solutions that aligned with their strategic goals.
Allison holds an MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor of Arts from Wellesley College, where she graduated with Cum Laude honors. She is also a Certified Public Accountant (inactive) in the state of Minnesota.
Allison’s unique combination of technical expertise, leadership, and relationship-building makes her a trusted partner for organizations looking to optimize their financial operations and achieve sustainable growth.
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Jessica Hoard is Senior Manager at Redpath and Company in the Client Accounting and Advisory Services practice. She is the leader of the Accounting Services team within the department and provides fractional Finance Director services to governmental entities. Jessica has specialized expertise in government accounting having worked with a variety of government entities including cities, school districts and charter schools. Jessica began her career as an auditor and CPA from 2014-2019 and served as a city Assistant Finance Director from 2019-2024. Jessica joined Redpath and Company in 2024.
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Melissa Doumbia, CPP, is a manager at Redpath and Company and leads the payroll services team for the Client Accounting and Advisory Services area, as well as providing fractional finance director services. She works with clients in a variety of industries and has special expertise providing services for the construction industry. Melissa’s payroll expertise includes return preparation and filing, tax credits, and tax and regulatory compliance. She also has experience providing union payroll and benefits and preparing and filing of Form 1099. Melissa received her B.A. in Political Science and International Studies from Macalester College. She has been providing accounting and payroll services since 1998 and joined Redpath and Company in 2022.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY:
"Regarding the accounting services to address interim accounting process gaps, Melissa has been of priceless assistance in our time of need." - Lori Bauer, VP of Service | Climate Makers
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Greg Smith is a fractional CFO at Redpath and Company. He began his career in the entrepreneurial services group at EY in audit and has been a Controller and CFO in public and private companies for over 20 years. Over that time, he has gained experience in a wide range of industries including manufacturing, services, software/internet/high tech, med tech, and real estate. Greg joined Redpath and Company in 2021.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY:
“I could get [Greg’s] perspective on a lot of things that I was having to make decisions on…it was good to go get a fresh perspective. Getting the knowledge from an experienced CFO [helped] me make the right decisions.” - Bruce Koehn, CEO | Forbinde Hold
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What is the difference between accounting services and fractional services?
Our accounting services provide comprehensive daily accounting support, including transactions, monthly close, and financial reporting. Fractional services provide leadership-level expertise–whether that's strategic guidance from a CFO or operational oversight from a controller–scaled to match your needs and budget.
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How do you ensure continuity of service?
Unlike many firms where staff turnover can disrupt your operations, we maintain stable, dedicated teams who get to know your business. You'll work with the same professionals consistently and have direct access to your service team. Plus, our same-day response policy ensures you never wait long for answers.
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Do you have experience in my industry?
We serve a wide range of industries. Our team includes professionals who have worked directly in these industries, bringing practical experience to your specific challenges.
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How do your services integrate with tax planning and other Redpath services?
As part of Redpath, our clients benefit from seamless access to the firm's full resources, including tax planning, audit preparation, and specialized consulting. This independent integration helps ensure your financial operations align with broader tax and business strategies.
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What is involved in getting started?
We begin with understanding your current operations, challenges, and goals. From there, we develop a customized service plan that addresses your immediate needs while building for the future. Our onboarding process is designed to minimize disruption while maximizing value from day one.