Who We Are

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Relationships Built on Trust

With CPA firm roots and a team of employee owners, we understand what trust and accountability really mean. CFS was founded on a simple idea: relationships matter. Over the past 30+ years, we’ve grown into a leading national firm by staying true to that belief—connecting top talent with great companies through industry insight, genuine partnership, and a personal approach. What sets us apart isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it: together.

Where We Started, How We’ve Grown

1980
1980

In the late 1980s

Demand was growing for project-based accounting professionals. Dan Casey, Founder & CEO, saw an opportunity for CPA firms to fill that gap through staffing.

1994
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1994

In 1994

Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) was founded—launched from the back bedroom of Dan’s home with a desk, a phone, and a vision.

2014
2014

Twenty years later

New regulations required our CPA firm partners to step away from staffing. In 2014, CFS became 100% employee-owned.

 

2025
2025

In fall 2025

We rebranded as CFS to reflect our broader expertise—while staying true to the values that have guided us since day one.

For more than 30 years, we’ve grown and adapted to meet the evolving needs of clients and candidates. What began as an accounting and finance specialty now includes technology and human resources, helping organizations thrive more holistically.

Today
Today
CFS is the nation’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent with opportunity through trusted relationships, deep networks, and industry expertise.

100% Employee-Owned, Fully Invested in You

As a 100% employee-owned company, every team member at CFS is personally invested in your success. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), we foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and care.

We show up, follow through, and go the extra mile—not because we have to, but because we want to. When you work with CFS, you get a partner who is genuinely committed to your goals, your growth, and your long-term success.

CFS 2023 Annual Meeting
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What We Do

We specialize in the placement of accounting, finance, technology and HR professionals — at all levels — on a temporary, project and direct-hire basis.

Whether you’re looking to hire or land a new job, expect a personalized, hands-on approach in every interaction.

Employers Can Expect:

  • Strategic staffing solutions tailored to your business.
  • Deep talent networks built on relationships and trust.
  • Dedicated recruiters with industry-specific expertise.
  • Flexible models to support growth, change, or transition.
Job Seekers Can Expect:

  • Personalized job search support.
  • Access to top employers and exclusive opportunities.
  • Guidance from experienced recruiters who advocate for you.
  • Honest communication and real partnership throughout your career journey.

Our Values

We lead with integrity, act with purpose, and operate as true partners. As employee-owners, we are guided by a shared commitment to:
 

  • Integrity: Honesty and respect are at the forefront of every action. We develop long-term relationships that are built on trust.
  • Teamwork: We stick together through thick and thin and, together, we can achieve so much more.
  • Accountability: We hold ourselves accountable to our clients, our candidates, and most importantly, to each other.
  • Disciplined: We push ourselves forward, stay motivated, and work toward a common goal.
  • Positive Mindset: We are optimistic about the world around us, confident in our ability to reach our goals, and resilient even in the face of the toughest challenges.
  • Hard Work: We work hard. Period!
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A Note from Our Employee-Owners

“At CFS, ownership means more than equity—it means accountability, pride, and purpose. We care deeply about the work we do and the people we serve, because this isn’t just a job for us; it’s our company. That passion fuels everything we do.

When you partner with CFS, you’re working with people who are genuinely invested in your success. This mindset drives our engagement, our collaboration, and the celebration of every win—yours and ours.

We’re grateful for every opportunity to build lasting partnerships and help people reach their goals. Thanks for trusting us with your business, your career, and your future.”

— CFS Employee Owners
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Let’s Grow Together

Whether you’re looking for your next opportunity or searching for the right hire, CFS is here to help. As your partners—and as owners—we’re with you every step of the way.