Stambaugh Ness Elevates Outsourced Accounting & CFO Advisory Practice with Appointment of Chris Ricchiuto, Managing Director
York, PA – Stambaugh Ness (SN) is pleased to announce a strategic advancement within its Outsourced Accounting & CFO Advisory Services practice with the appointment of Chris Ricchiuto, CPA, MBA, MSMIS, to the newly created role of Managing Director. This move signifies the continued growth and maturation of the practice, specifically designed to provide architecture, engineering, construction, and related professional services firms with a higher level of fractional executive leadership.
Elevating Financial Strategy for AEC Leaders
The establishment of this leadership role reflects SN’s commitment to helping professional services firms move beyond traditional accounting into high-impact, strategic financial oversight. As Managing Director, Chris will lead the practice in delivering Fractional CFO services. He will provide the sophisticated financial roadmap, including risk mitigation, long-term forecasting, and profitability modeling, that project-based firms need to thrive in a competitive market.
Strategic Leadership and Technical Expertise
With over 25 years of experience driving business transformation, Chris specializes in bridging the gap between enterprise-level strategy and the unique operational needs of AEC firms. His appointment allows SN to deepen its focus on helping clients leverage their Deltek Vision, Vantagepoint, and Ajera ERP platforms as strategic assets for sustainable growth.
“As we continue to serve over 25% of the ENR Top 250, our goal is to ensure our clients have access to proactive, senior-level guidance that anticipates their future needs,” says Stambaugh Ness President, Steven L. Hake, CPA. “By creating this leadership role and bringing in an expert of Chris’s caliber, we are positioning our Outsourced Accounting and CFO Advisory practice to deliver even greater value and insight to the architecture, engineering, and construction community.”
A Proven Foundation for Growth
Prior to joining Stambaugh Ness, Chris held a leadership role at Forvis Mazars, a top 10 global advisory firm. During his tenure, he led consulting initiatives and optimized finance operations for complex organizations. His background in technology enablement and enterprise risk management perfectly aligns with the “SN Way,” ensuring that firm leaders can meet compliance requirements and maximize value at every stage of their business lifecycle.
About Stambaugh Ness
Stambaugh Ness is a multi-discipline, professional services firm serving clients nationally with a singular focus on architecture, engineering, construction, and related industries. With Stambaugh Ness, clients have access to a wide array of services, including advisory, technology, accounting, and tax, that enable them to meet compliance requirements, avoid risk, thrive, and grow.
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