Shaun Clark is a Principal in LSL’s Tax & Advisory department who believes good tax advice shouldn’t feel like a mystery novel. Complex, sure—but never incomprehensible. Shaun has spent his career helping privately held businesses face tough financial decisions with confidence, clarity, and a practical plan forward. As a CCIFP (Certified Construction Industry Financial Professional), he brings specialized insight to construction and contracting businesses, translating complicated rules into concepts clients can actually understand.

Shaun’s path to leadership wasn’t traditional. Early on, he had the opportunity to step into a local CPA practice and eventually became its owner, which sparked his interest in helping business owners navigate growth and transition. That experience led him to join Morrison & Associates in 2007 (now MCC), where he later became managing partner in 2019. Today, with MCC joining LSL, Shaun continues to advise business owners on income taxes, financial reporting, and long-term planning.

Some of Shaun’s most meaningful work involves helping owners prepare for what comes next—especially when that means stepping away from the business they’ve built. Transitions are emotional, unpredictable, and often full of surprises, and Shaun has earned a reputation for being honest, patient, and exceptionally thorough. He has helped clients evaluate realistic business valuations, structure succession plans, work with brokers and ESOP specialists, and navigate complex sales and negotiations. He also works with growing companies to strengthen financial reporting, improve job schedule accuracy, and develop systems that support scale—not just survival.

Shaun sees accounting as a way to serve others—especially those who feel anxious about taxes or unsure about financial decisions. For him, the real reward is helping clients understand their options and feel at ease. “I was given a gift,” he says. “Using it to help people is exactly where I’m meant to be.”

Outside the office… Shaun enjoys hiking trails, watching movies, and getting completely absorbed in jigsaw puzzles—friends know better than to leave one unfinished around him. He’s a devoted Red Sox and Celtics fan and loves spending time with his wife, especially over a plate of spaghetti (he once ate it 21 days in a row and has no regrets). But nothing beats his favorite weekly tradition: reading bedtime stories to his four grandkids.

Professional and Civic Involvement

Firm member, PrimeGlobal

Education

University of Montana, B.S. in Accounting

University of Montana, B.S. in Software Engineering