CLA, one of the leading professional services firms in the U.S., announced today that Michael LaCrosse, a vital member of the firm’s Advisory Services Group with more than 20 years of experience, has advanced to the position of principal in the firm. Joseph Kask, CLA’s Managing Principal for New England, said LaCrosse’s experience in finance and accounting across a number of key industries has been an asset to the firm and has led to him achieving numerous efficiencies and process improvements for clients. LaCrosse works out of CLA’s Burlington, Massachusetts office.

At CLA, LaCrosse has led efforts in the firm’s CFO advisory offerings and Business Enterprise Review framework. He is also responsible for leading business process outsourcing teams and finance transformation work, which focuses on integrations, transformations, turnarounds, pricing strategies, helping businesses improve margins, and long-term strategic planning, Kask said.

“We are excited to welcome Mike LaCrosse as our newest principal. He epitomizes the client leadership and forward-thinking nature that CLA brings to client relationships, and his strategic counsel is a great asset to our firm. His many years of experience in the New England market further deepens the value our Advisory Services Group is able to provide,” Kask said.

LaCrosse is a graduate of Bentley University with a Bachelor of Science in Finance. He serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Worksite Wellness Council of Massachusetts and also serves as Treasurer. He is a member of the Board of Directors and Treasurer of the Multi-Service Eating Disorder Association, as well as the CFO and Treasurer of Advanced Functional Fabrics of America. He is a resident of Westford, Massachusetts.

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