Rashida Sigmond

About Rashida Sigmond

Many accounting & CPA firms face significant challenges as they grow: Missed deadlines and inefficient client communication lead to client turnover, damaging long-term relationships, growth opportunities, and reputation. Scope creep and a lack of project planning and management result in unprofitable projects and clients, draining resources and impacting profitability. Accounting team skill gaps and lack of oversight cause errors and inefficiencies, leading to costly mistakes and decreased team performance. As a Fractional COO, I partner with accounting and CPA firms to solve their most pressing operational challenges and help them scale efficiently. I specialize in leading teams, managing complex projects, and building strong client relationships to ensure smooth, profitable operations. I step in to resolve these issues by introducing structure to operations, ensuring teams are trained, efficient, and accurate in their execution. My focus is on ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and profitable, while also prioritizing client satisfaction to foster strong, long-term partnerships. With over 16 years of experience in financial operations and leadership, I bring expertise in both project management and team development. I help firms build systems that allow them to manage growth efficiently, improve internal workflows, and reduce the risks of scope creep, missed deadlines, and unprofitable engagements. Whether it’s leading teams through complex projects, improving internal processes, or developing team skills, I ensure that every part of your operation works together to support growth. If your firm is ready to scale and you need someone to provide leadership, enhance client relationships, and bring structure to your operations, let’s connect. I’ll help you create the systems and strategies that lead to sustainable success.

Experience

1. Fractional Controller

   Cornerstone Finance

   Jun 2025 — Present

Education

• Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University

  Bachelor's degree

• University of North Alabama

  Master's degree