CS&L CPAs, a certified public accounting firm located in Bradenton, Sarasota and Tampa, is pleased to announce that Jeff Gerhard, CPA, CFE, has been promoted to Principal. Gerhard provides audit and assurance services for the firm’s client base, specializing in the areas of nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and governmental entities.

With more than 18 years of experience, Gerhard recently earned the AICPA Advanced Single Audit Certificate. He is a member of the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), Florida Government Finance Officers Association (FGFOA), American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). He is an alumni of Leadership Manatee and presently serves on the Finance Committee of the Humane Society of Manatee County. Gerhard is a graduate of Oakland University and resides in Bradenton, Florida.

“We are very excited to welcome Jeff to the firm’s leadership team,” states Bob Stanell, Managing Principal of CS&L CPAs. “Jeff has been a key player in driving the growth of our audit practice and we value his exceptional contributions to the firm.”

About CS&L CPAs

Serving the Southwest Florida region since 1954, CS&L CPAs is a full service certified public accounting firm with offices in Bradenton, Sarasota and Tampa. The Firm provides accounting, taxation, auditing and consulting services to individuals, businesses and organizations. Our mission is to understand your unique needs and create exceptional solutions.