Gordon Hippe launched SmartFinancials.net in response to the growing demand for a complete, turn-key outsourced accounting solution for single or multi-unit franchisees, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and other small businesses. Gordon is a CPA with over 17 years experience. He was previously with SS&G Financial Services and the Director of their Franchise Accounting Group, which trippled in size in just two years under Gordon's direction. The group provided a total accounting solution for more than 200 client locations around the country in the restaurant and hair salon industries. Prior to that, Gordon was a Senior Manager with Grant Thornton, servicing clients averaging $500 million in revenue. Gordon has also served as CFO and outsourced CFO for various enterprises.