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
• 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
• 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

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Skills

• Public accounting experience
• Industry experience as a CFO, Controller, SEC Reporting or Internal Audit Manager equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field
• Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Experience with a variety of accounting software
• Project management skills
• Exceptional client service management skills

Benefits

• Flexible PTO
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Mental health coverage
• Fertility benefits

Pay

Hourly position

Schedule

Flexibility in scheduling to accommodate client needs and personal life

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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