About Sound Accounting Solutions
Led by Melanie Hurt — Veteran, Strategist, and Your CFO Advisory Partner
At Sound Accounting Solutions, we specialize in helping job-cost-based businesses gain clarity and control over their finances. From construction companies to creative agencies and service contractors, our clients come to us when they’re ready to move beyond the chaos of day-to-day financial survival and build something stronger, smarter, and more strategic.
Why Melanie Hurt?
After serving six and a half years in the U.S. Army, including all three campaigns of the Gulf War, Melanie came home with a clear understanding of discipline, grit, and the power of showing up. She brought that same focus to her civilian life—starting from an entry level position at a custom home builder and quickly moving into the accounting department. What began as a job became a lifelong career in finance.
While raising two kids and working full-time, she earned her bachelor’s in accounting by age 30 and her master’s by 46. Over nearly two decades, Melanie helped a private company grow to the point of acquisition—managing financial operations, solving complex problems, and learning exactly what it takes to run a business from the inside out.
But when long hours and undervalued contributions became the norm, she knew it was time to stop building other people’s dreams—and start investing in her own.
A CFO Advisor Who Gets It
Melanie founded Sound Accounting Solutions to offer CFO Advisory services to companies that are serious about growth—but not ready for a full-time CFO.
She focuses specifically on job cost accounting, because she knows from experience how essential—and how often overlooked—accurate project costing is to long-term profitability and decision-making.
She helps business owners go from reactive to strategic, setting up the systems and insight they need to plan ahead, improve cash flow, and grow with intention. Whether you’re unsure which jobs are making money, can’t figure out why your profits don’t match your revenue, or need help deciding when to start exit planning—Melanie has been there, and she knows how to help.
Real Talk. Real Strategy. Real Results.
Melanie brings the full weight of her expertise—military discipline, financial acumen, and 20+ years of business experience—into every engagement. She’s not afraid to ask hard questions, and she won’t throw spreadsheets at you and walk away. She meets clients where they are, explains things without the jargon, and creates a clear path to stronger financial decisions.
And while her approach is strategic, her personality is approachable. Grounded and real—Melanie brings a balance of edge and empathy that helps clients feel understood and empowered.
At Sound Accounting Solutions, we believe financial clarity is the foundation of freedom—for your time, your decisions, and your future.