Corporate Development
KSM offers a people-first path for entrepreneurial firm leaders seeking growth without compromise. Together, we can strengthen what you’ve built, expand opportunities for your people, and shape the future of our profession.
Build What’s Next, Together
At KSM, we’re not growing for growth’s sake. We’re creating opportunities – for our people, our clients, and our communities. We’re seeking entrepreneurial leaders who share our vision of building a world-class professional services firm grounded in exceptional client service and a people-centered culture.
If you lead a firm that’s ready to expand its impact while preserving what makes it special, KSM offers a path forward that honors your legacy and empowers your people.
A Different Kind of Future
Private equity is reshaping the accounting landscape, but it’s not the only path. KSM’s employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) offers a unique alternative: one that puts people, clients, and culture first while still providing the benefits of growth, capital, and opportunity.
Our structure allows every employee to have an ownership stake, creating alignment, loyalty, and a sense of shared purpose, without compromising the values that define our profession.
Why Firms Choose KSM
- Equity for everyone: Employees gain ownership without the pressure of external private equity investors.
- Built-in tax and capital benefits: Our ESOP model supports both reinvestment and long-term value creation.
- Ownership mindset: KSM’s culture of accountability, collaboration, and pride fuels our success.
- United, inclusive, and people-first – our culture is the heart of who we are.
- KSM has been recognized as a Best Place to Work for 20 consecutive years.
- Employees have a real stake in the firm’s success and future.
Our infrastructure allows your people to focus on what they do best: serving clients, developing talent, and driving growth while we handle the rest.
- Dedicated HR, recruiting, finance, IT, marketing, sales, and training support
- Scalable systems and processes designed for long-term success
Grow your practice with access to KSM’s specialized advisory and consulting capabilities:
Serve your clients more broadly and attract new opportunities with KSM’s deep industry sector knowledge:
Let’s Talk About Your Firm’s Future
You’ve built something remarkable. Let’s explore how KSM can help ensure it continues to thrive.
We start with a conversation: confidential, candid, and pressure-free. Just possibilities for what your next chapter could look like.