Overview
Leslie Fajfer is a Principal in Client Accounting Services and a Growth Leader at CLA, where she partners with entrepreneurs, family offices, high-growth businesses, and established private companies to deliver strategic advisory, accounting, and outsourced finance solutions. With a relationship-first approach and a proven record of scaling advisory practices, Leslie empowers clients with clarity, confidence, and financial control—ensuring they can grow sustainably and protect their long-term interests.
With deep experience across industries including technology (SaaS & software), real estate, professional services, consumer business, nonprofits, healthcare, family office services, education, manufacturing & distribution, state & local government, and private equity-backed companies, Leslie brings an uncommon blend of technical expertise, business empathy, and forward-looking advisory insight.
Recognized as a trusted financial partner and thoughtful advisor, Leslie is known for her warm, collaborative style and her ability to simplify complexity. She takes pride in building strong client relationships, developing talent, and fostering a culture of advisory excellence and shared success.
Prior to joining CLA, Leslie built and led client service teams at top-ranked accounting firms, advising fast-moving business owners, creators, and executives through key inflection points—from startup growth to scaling infrastructure, exit planning, and wealth preservation.
A connector and community builder, Leslie frequently hosts and participates in industry events, women-in-business forums, and educational panels, helping business owners and emerging leaders expand their networks and capabilities.
Education
Dowling College