Built on Experience. Designed for Clarity.
A Florida CPA firm focused exclusively on the communities, schools, and districts that need more than a routine audit.
R. Scott Grissom, CPA, MBA
Founder & Principal
I started Coastal Clarity Group because community organizations in Florida deserve a better audit experience — one that is efficient, insightful, and respectful of the people doing the work.
Over the past 20 years, I’ve led assurance engagements at CPA firms across four states. That experience gave me a front-row seat to what works in the audit process and what doesn’t — drawn-out engagements, weeks spent gathering documents, and too few insights to show for it.
My background covers all three of the industries we serve today: homeowners associations and condominiums, charter schools, and special districts. I built Coastal Clarity Group around two commitments — exclusive focus on these niches, and modern audit technology at the core — so engagements are faster, less disruptive, and more useful to your board.
Our Engagement Model
Every engagement at Coastal Clarity Group is led directly by a senior CPA with hands-on industry experience. You won’t be handed off to junior staff or left wondering who’s actually making the calls on your audit.
Our engagement model combines senior-level CPA oversight with a dedicated support team, allowing us to deliver thorough, high-quality work at competitive rates. This structure lets us focus our attention where it matters most—understanding your organization, identifying meaningful findings, and communicating clearly with your board and management—while our support team handles the detailed testing and documentation that keeps the engagement moving efficiently.
The result is a firm that operates with the responsiveness and personal attention of a boutique practice, backed by the capacity and discipline to meet your deadlines without cutting corners.
What Sets Us Apart
Having worked at firms in four different states, I’ve seen how the audit process is done across a range of environments. That breadth of experience shaped how I built this firm.
Industry Focus
We serve HOAs, charter schools, and special districts—and nothing else. Every process, every tool, and every team member is oriented around these organizations.
Built Around Modern Technology
Our methodology is built around modern audit technology and data-driven tools—enabling faster pattern detection, more efficient testing, and deeper insights.
Communication First
We prioritize clear, practical communication throughout the engagement so that the work translates into better decision-making for your board and stakeholders.
Right-Sized for You
We’re not a massive firm treating you as one of hundreds. We’re built to give your organization the senior attention and dedicated resources it deserves.