Accounting Consultant-Engagement Director

CliftonLarsonAllen; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounting Consultant to join their dynamic Client Accounting and Advisory Services team. This role offers the unique opportunity to engage with clients across various industries, providing high-level accounting support and improving financial processes. With a focus on flexibility and work-life balance, you can choose your engagements while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package. If you have a strong background in public accounting and a passion for client service, this position could be your next career move!

Benefits

Flexible PTO

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Mental Health Coverage

Quarterly Wellness Stipend

Fertility Benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in public accounting and financial roles.
• CFO or Controller experience preferred, Big Four experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an interim accounting resource for various industries.
• Design and improve accounting processes including forecasting and reporting.

Skills

Public Accounting

Project Management

Client Service Management

Microsoft Excel

Accounting Software

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. 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 - allow yourself to enjoy your career AND life.
6. Have access to a full benefits package as an hourly employee.

What you will need:

1. Ten years of relevant work experience including public accounting. Prior industry experience as a CFO, Controller, SEC Reporting or Internal Audit Manager is preferred. Big Four experience is a plus.
2. A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field is required.
3. Mastery in Microsoft Excel and experience in a variety of accounting software.
4. CPA certification is preferred but not required.
5. Prior project management and exceptional client service management experience is preferred.

Our Perks:

1. Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
2. Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
3. Paid Volunteer Time Off
4. Mental health coverage
5. Quarterly Wellness stipend
6. Fertility benefits
7. 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.