CAAS - Controller (Nonprofit Industry) | North/Central Minnesota

About the Role

As a member of CLA’s CAAS practice, you will be an integral part of the CLA client service team and work directly 1:1 with our clients to provide customized accounting services to support them as they manage and grow their business or organization. This role is based out of one of our Northern Minnesota office locations (Saint Cloud, Monticello, Alexandria, or Brainerd, MN).

Responsibilities

• Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.
• Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurements, or investment activities for all or part of an organization.
• Prepare financial information, including financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations.
• Monitor ratio and key performance indicators (KPI).
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of accounting and other financial staff, recommending and implementing actions.
• Advise management on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions.
• Communicate regularly with boards, bankers, investors, constituents, etc.; may include preparing for and/or hosting board presentations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• CPA certification is preferred but not required.
• 7 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience is required (Nonprofit industry and back-office accounting experience is highly preferred).
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Aptitude for developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of accounting software and systems. QuickBooks experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with applicable software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

Skills

• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (FASB/SFAS) or other comprehensive basis of accounting.
• Strong organization skills, goal orientation, and self-motivation.
• Ability to handle pressure in a positive professional manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Clear, concise, and considerate communication tailored to the needs of others.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and value diverse contributions.
• Proven success in managing work and key client relationships to exceed client expectations.

Schedule

This role offers a hybrid and flexible working environment. You may be required to work at client locations or in the office depending on project needs.

Pay

The compensation range for this position in Minnesota is $93,000.00 – $165,000.00. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit options include health, dental, vision, 401k, and much more. To view a complete list of benefits, visit CLA’s benefits page.