Assistant Controller - CAAS (Client Accounting & Advisory)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401k

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen is seeking an Assistant Controller for our SLG CAAS Practice in Connecticut. The role supports client accounting services across multiple clients, delivering accounting, advisory, and project management expertise.

You will prepare financial statements, advise on best practices, and foster opportunities for clients and communities. Connecticut Government experience is preferred, with strong GAAP knowledge and proficiency in major accounting software.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of accounting/financial experience.
• Connecticut Government experience strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required; related experience may substitute.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP.
• Experience with MUNIX encouraged.
• Proficient in listed accounting software (QuickBooks, Intacct, Great Plains, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Perform Assistant Controller functions for client accounting services team.
• Act as consultant/advisor on accounting and finance engagements.
• Provide project management across multiple clients and deadlines.
• Prepare and analyze client financial statements with recommendations.
• Develop opportunities for clients and communities.
• Attend industry events and training to stay current.
• Maintain knowledge of policies, directives, and accounting standards.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Project management

Consulting

Client advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Intacct

Great Plains

Yardi

MRI

Timberline

Sage

Foundations

Xero

PeopleSoft

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen is seeking an Assistant Controller for our SLG CAAS Practice in Connecticut. The role supports client accounting services across multiple clients, delivering accounting, advisory, and project management expertise.

You will prepare financial statements, advise on best practices, and foster opportunities for clients and communities. Connecticut Government experience is preferred, with strong GAAP knowledge and proficiency in major accounting software.