About this role
CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8 ,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
About the role:
CLA is looking to hire Accounting Consultant s (Engagement Director s ) for our Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) . C AAS provides customized accounting support for our clients (typically larger than $50M) on an interim and project basis. If flexibility, variety, and life balance are important to you… keep reading!
As a n Engagement Director , you will:
- Serve as a high-level interim or project-based accounting resource for clients in various industries on accounting, finance, tax, and audit roles ( Interim Controller, Financial Reporting Manager, Internal Audit Manager, etc. ).
- Design/improve accounting processes such as: monthly close, management and financial reporting, forecasting, consolidations , and system implementations to name a few.
- Take an active and hands-on approach in executing client engagements.
- Have the opportunity to travel – the more open you are to travel, the more opportunities we can present to you!
- Pick and choose your engagements – allow yourself to enjoy your career AND life.
- Have access to full benefits package as an hourly employee.
What you will need:
- Ten years relative work experience including public accounting. Prior industry experience as a CFO, Controller, SEC Reporting or Internal Audit Manager equivalent preferred. We love Big Four alum!
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field required .
- Mastery in Microsoft Excel and experience in a variety of accounting software.
- CPA certification is preferred but not required .
- Prior project management and exceptional client service management experience preferred.
Our Perks:
- Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
- Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Mental health coverage
- Fertility benefits
- Complete list of benefits here
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
To view a complete list of benefits, click here .