Assistant Controller, CAAS — Client Accounting Advisor

CliftonLarsonAllen; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k

Job summary

CLA is recruiting an Assistant Controller for its SLG CAAS Practice in Connecticut. You will lead accounting functions for multiple clients, advise on best practices, and manage projects and deadlines with a client-first approach.

Requirements include 6 years of accounting/financial experience, GAAP proficiency, and CT government exposure is preferred. Bachelor’s degree required; strong software knowledge (QB, SA/ERP tools) is expected. Position located in CT with flexible opportunities.

Qualifications

• 6 years of accounting/finance experience required.
• Experience in Connecticut Government is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required; combination of experience/education may be accepted.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP.
• MUNIX experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in listed accounting software (see tools).

Responsibilities

• Perform Assistant Controller functions for the client's accounting services team.
• Act as a consultant and advisor on accounting and finance engagements.
• Provide project management across multiple clients, work, and deadlines.
• Prepare and analyze client financial statements and make recommendations.
• Foster opportunities for clients, communities, and people.
• Attend industry events and training to stay current.

Skills

GAAP proficiency

Project management

Client advisory

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Intacct

Great Plains

Yardi

MRI

Timberline

Sage

Foundations

Xero

PeopleSoft

Job description

CLA is recruiting an Assistant Controller for its SLG CAAS Practice in Connecticut. You will lead accounting functions for multiple clients, advise on best practices, and manage projects and deadlines with a client-first approach.

Requirements include 6 years of accounting/financial experience, GAAP proficiency, and CT government exposure is preferred. Bachelor’s degree required; strong software knowledge (QB, SA/ERP tools) is expected. Position located in CT with flexible opportunities.