Fortune 500 Experience, Central Kentucky Care.

Sharlow and Associates brings Fortune 500 accounting experience to growing businesses across Central Kentucky. Specializing in payroll, tax preparation, bookkeeping, and CFO services for companies with 20+ employees.

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Local Leadership with National Depth

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Jeremy Sharlow leads our team with 15+ years of Global Finance and Accounting Experience at Amazon.com where he served as the CFO of several North American and World Wide Businesses. Now, he's bringing that same level of expertise and strategic thinking to businesses right here in Campbellsville, Kentucky.


What does this mean for you? You get the sophisticated financial guidance that Fortune 500 companies rely on, combined with the personalized service and local knowledge that only a Central Kentucky-based firm can provide.



Customized Plans

We prioritize your growth & offer specific solutions for your team

FOUNDATION

Startups,
Small businesses

250k +
Revenue

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  • In-depth accounting and
    financial statement reporting.

  • Strategic tax planning available

  • Financial forecast and modeling

GROWTH

Mid-sized businesses & large family farms

1M +
Revenue

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  • Next level financial insights

  • Scale your business

  • Strategic tax planning

  • CFO Advisory Level Insights available

ENTERPRISE

Mature and scaling companies

5M +
Revenue

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  • C-Suite CFO, insights, and leadership

  • Stragtegic tax planning and implementation

  • Dedicated team of advisors

  • Investor level support

  • M&A planning and guidance

Comprehensive Financial Solutions

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Managing payroll for a growing team is more complex than most business owners expect. From 941, K-1, and local occupational taxes for small businesses to multi-state compliance and benefit administration—we handle every detail so you can focus on running your business. With extensive experience in high growth companies, our systems are built to scale with you. Whether you are just starting or have 100+ employees, we tailor solutions to fit your needs.

Payroll 
Services

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Tax preparation without an intentional strategy can leave a lot of money on the table. Here at Sharlow & Associates we are focused on developing holistic strategies for our clients. We bring corporate- level tax planning expertise to help you minimize your tax burden and make smarter financial decisions throughout the year.

Tax Preparation 
& Planning

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Not ready to hire a full-time CFO? We provide strategic financial guidance on demand. Some CPAs claim to help with CFO needs, while we actually have extensive Fortune 500 experience. From logistics, manufacturing, and global supply chain management to energy, medical, and agriculture—we have deep experience that most CPA’s just don’t have. Get C-suite expertise without C-suite salary.

CFO 
Services

The Sharlow & Associates Difference

“As a Certified Public Accountant with Fortune 500 CFO experience, my expertise lies in marrying financial acuity with the dynamic requirements of the managing Global supply chains across multiple business segments. My mission is to propel your company forward while fostering an environment where a talented workforce can thrive and grow.”

Jeremy Sharlow, CEO

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We believe in the state of Kentucky and its people. There is something special about a state that remains rural in nature and kind to its core. We believe we’re at our best when we’re helping the businesses in our state and beyond grow and flourish.

Serving Central Kentucky Businesses Since 2010

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Our team brings diverse experience spanning across multiple industries and accounting fields—ensuring service that is both knowledgeable and effective. We have a variety of experience ranging from Big 4 public accounting experience to governmental and private sector experience.

30+ Years of Combined Team Experience

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Business Profitability Consulting from Deep Experience

Want to approach your financials and processes the way the most successful companies in the world do?  We offer profitability consulting for any sized business, and we have the Fortune 500 expertise to catapult your business.  Whether your business is servicing local, regional, national, or a global customer base—our track record speaks for itself saving millions of dollars across multiple sectors for businesses we service.

The Sharlow & Associates Difference

  • We've managed finances for one of the world's largest companies. Now we bring that same rigor and strategic thinking to Central Kentucky businesses—with the personal attention you'd never get from a national firm.

    #1 Corporate Expertise, Personal Service

    We've managed finances for one of the world's largest companies. Now we bring that same rigor and strategic thinking to Central Kentucky businesses—with the personal attention you'd never get from a national firm.

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    #2 We Understand Your Growth Stage

    You're beyond startup basics but not yet enterprise-scale. That in-between stage has unique challenges, and we specialize in exactly that phase. We've helped businesses navigate this growth stage successfully, and we know what financial infrastructure you need to scale sustainably.

  • #3 Local Knowledge Matters

    #3 Local Knowledge Matters

    We're based in Campbellsville and deeply connected to the Central Kentucky business community. We understand the regional economy, local regulations, and the specific challenges businesses face in our market. When you call, you talk to us—not a call center three states away.

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    #4 Proactive Partnership

    We don't just respond to your requests—we anticipate your needs. With Amazon-level systems thinking applied to your business, we help you stay ahead of compliance issues, tax deadlines, and financial decisions before they become problems.