KellyPartners+FRS Will Open New Clearwater Office

The accounting firm plans to shift operations to a new 7,840-square-foot location by early January 2027.

Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Financial Planning

Modern office interior with glass-partitioned workstations and wooden desks, filled with bright natural daylight. — KellyPartners+FRS will relocate its accounting operations to a new office in Clearwater by early 2027, aimed at accommodating the firm's projected workforce growth. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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KellyPartners+FRS will transition its accounting operations from St. Petersburg to a new office in Clearwater by January 2027. The move is designed to accommodate the firm’s projected growth, including plans to expand its local workforce from 35 to 50 employees.

Why it matters

The relocation allows the firm to modernize its workspace through a significant capital investment. This expansion is driven by the increasing demand for specialized accounting services, particularly within its McDonald's franchise accounting business.

The firm is investing over $1 million into the new 7,840-square-foot office space at Bayside Center. This project includes a $522,000 interior buildout permit, supported by a tenant-improvement allowance in the mid-$500,000 range.

The players

KellyPartners+FRS

This accounting firm provides specialized services including tax planning, business valuation, and succession planning.

Bayside Center

Located at 17757 U.S. 19 N., this professional office complex serves as the site for the firm's new headquarters.

Kelly Partners

This parent organization acquired a majority stake in FRS two years ago to expand its accounting operations.

The details

Occupying the fifth floor of the Bayside Center at 17757 U.S. 19 N., the new office will utilize an open layout to maximize space efficiency. This modernization effort reflects the firm’s commitment to integrating AI technology into its tax planning, business valuation, and succession-planning services.

Kelly Partners acquired a 51% stake in FRS nearly two years ago.
Construction on the Clearwater office is expected to finish by December 28, 2026.
Employees are scheduled to move into the new location in January 2027.
The firm plans to execute its hiring strategy over the next several years.

Market Landscape

This office relocation follows the strategic path established by the acquisition of FRS by Kelly Partners two years ago. The move reflects a broader trend of professional service firms consolidating operations to scale their capacity for specialized client segments.

Clients of the firm can expect continued access to business valuation and succession-planning services during the office transition period. The expanded workforce aims to support faster service delivery as the firm integrates new AI-driven accounting tools.

The takeaway

The move to a larger, modernized office highlights how local firms are reconfiguring their physical space to accommodate long-term digital growth. Investing in facility upgrades can be a key driver for firms looking to scale their operations and staff headcount effectively.