Accounting Consultant - Engagement Director

CliftonLarsonAllen; Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Consultant to join their Client Accounting and Advisory Services team. In this dynamic role, you will provide high-level accounting support to clients across various industries, ensuring effective financial reporting and process improvements. With a focus on flexibility and work-life balance, this position offers the chance to select your engagements and travel as needed. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible PTO and mental health coverage, while contributing to a culture that values diverse perspectives and client service excellence.

Benefits

Flexible PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Mental Health Coverage

Quarterly Wellness Stipend

Fertility Benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in accounting and finance.
• Experience in public accounting and roles like CFO or Controller.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an interim accounting resource for various clients.
• Design and improve accounting processes and systems.

Skills

Accounting

Financial Reporting

Taxation

Project Management

Client Service Management

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Master's Degree in Finance or Business

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

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 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. If flexibility, variety, and life balance are important to you, keep reading!

As an Engagement Director, you will:

1. 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.).
2. Design/improve accounting processes such as monthly close, management and financial reporting, forecasting, consolidations, and system implementations.
3. Take an active and hands-on approach in executing client engagements.
4. Have the opportunity to travel — the more open you are to travel, the more opportunities we can present to you!
5. Pick and choose your engagements to enjoy a balanced career and life.
6. Have access to a full benefits package as an hourly employee.

What you will need:

• Ten years of relevant work experience, including public accounting. Prior industry experience as a CFO, Controller, SEC Reporting or Internal Audit Manager is preferred. We love Big Four alum!
• A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
• Mastery in Microsoft Excel and experience with various accounting software.
• CPA certification is preferred but not required.
• Prior project management and exceptional client service management experience are 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
• Quarterly Wellness stipend
• Fertility benefits
• Complete list of benefits here

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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.