Contact:	Tyra Tutor
	Senior Vice President, Corporate Development
	tel: (904) 360-2500
	tyra.tutor@mpsgroup.com

Jacksonville, FL (April 19, 2004) – Accounting Principals, the U.S. accounting and finance solutions unit of MPS Group, Inc. (NYSE:MPS), today announced the acquisition of Lillian Kloock & Associates, one of the leading healthcare accounting and finance staffing companies in the southeastern United States. This acquisition allows Accounting Principals to extend its position in the healthcare industry and enable the delivery of healthcare revenue cycle management services across Accounting Principals’ nationwide network of offices.

Based in Atlanta, Lillian Kloock & Associates’ business primarily consists of the placement of professional medical billers and accounts receivable specialists. The company has over 23 years of industry experience and well-developed client relationships with leading healthcare organizations throughout the South.

“We are focused on aggressively expanding Accounting Principals' geographic territory and enhancing the range of services offered to new and existing clients," said Jeff Jackovich, president of Accounting Principals. "This acquisition will increase our presence in the healthcare accounting field. Lillian Kloock & Associates has a great client list and candidate base, and a well-deserved reputation for providing excellent service and healthcare industry expertise. We are pleased to welcome the exceptional people from Lillian Kloock & Associates to Accounting Principals.”

About Accounting Principals

Accounting Principals is a leader in the recruitment and placement of accounting and finance professionals. Accounting Principals offers a complete range of workforce solutions in accounting, finance, mortgage, and banking through our nationwide branch network and team of experienced professionals. For more information, please visit http://www.accountingprincipals.com.

About MPS Group

MPS Group is a leading provider of staffing, consulting, and solutions in the disciplines of information technology, finance and accounting, law, engineering, and healthcare. MPS Group delivers its services to government entities and businesses in virtually all industries throughout the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Europe. With headquarters in Jacksonville, Florida, MPS Group trades on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information about MPS Group, please visit www.mpsgroup.com.