Accounting Consultant - Engagement Director

About the role

CLA is looking to hire Accounting Consultants (Engagement Directors) for our Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS).

CAAS provides customized accounting support for our clients (typically larger than $50M) on an interim and project basis.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field required.

Skills

• Mastery in Microsoft Excel
• Experience in a variety of accounting software

Benefits

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
Compensation Strategy: Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range. These same factors may cause starting pay to be below or above the posted range.
The California posting range for this role is $50.00- $85.00 per hour.

Pay

The California posting range for this role is $50.00- $85.00 per hour.

Schedule

Not specified

Benefits

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