Assistant Controller - CAAS (State and Local Government)

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

401k

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) seeks an experienced Assistant Controller for its SLG CAAS Practice in Connecticut, with opportunities in West Hartford and Shelton. You will lead accounting functions for clients and advise on best practices in finance and reporting.

The role requires 6+ years of relevant accounting experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong GAAP knowledge; CT Government experience is preferred. Proficiency in QuickBooks, Intacct, and other major accounting software is expected.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience required.
• Experience in Connecticut Government is strongly preferred.
• Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP; MUNIX experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software, e.g. QuickBooks, Intacct, Great Plains, Yardi, MRI, Timberline, Sage, Foundations, Xero, Peoplesoft.

Responsibilities

• Perform Assistant Controller functions for client accounting services team.
• Act as consultant and advisor on accounting and finance engagements.
• Provide project management by handling multiple clients, work, and deadlines.
• Prepare and analyze client financial statements and recommend improvements.
• Maintain knowledge of client policies, federal/state directives, and accounting standards.
• Attend industry events and training to remain current.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience in lieu of degree accepted

Tools

QuickBooks

Intacct

Great Plains

Yardi

MRI

Timberline

Sage

Foundations

Xero

PeopleSoft

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 9,00 people, 120 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 an Assistant Controller for our SLG Client Accounting and Advisory Service (CAAS) Practice in Connecticut. Our CAAS service helps our clients transform their business with a collaborative approach that allows them to seamlessly mitigate risk, overcome challenges, meet deadlines, and identify personnel to help them with their workforce needs. Opportunities are available in our West Hartford and Shelton locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform Assistant Controller functions as part of the client’s accounting services team and manage these functions for your clients.
• Act as a consultant and advisor to your clients on best practices for accounting and finance-related engagements.
• Provide project management expertise by managing multiple clients, work, and deadlines.
• Prepare and analyze client financial statements and make recommendations.
• Foster and build opportunities for our clients, communities, and people.
• Become an industry professional and attend industry-leading events and training.
• Maintain knowledge of the client’s organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.

Requirements

• 6 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience required.
• Experience in Connecticut Government is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP MUNIX experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software, e.g. QuickBooks, Intacct, Great Plains, Yardi, MRI, Timberline, Sage, Foundations, Xero, Peoplesoft #LI-PK1

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k

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.

Start your inspired career When you join CLA, you’ll have the opportunity to design your own inspired career. Career growth is about having new experiences and lots of exposure to different roles that stretch your comfort zone, expand your skills, and shape you as a leader. It’s not so much about climbing a ladder or acquiring new titles — it’s the discovery of your strengths and the outer reaches of your true potential. At CLA, you have the freedom to explore many opportunities, including your choice of industry specialization, service capability, career path, and mobility. Watch our video to see why people join CLA.

About CLA

CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, more than 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.

Wellness at CLA (second)

Wellness is shaped by our promise to know you and help you. We create opportunities for our people to live well and be happy by focusing on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well‑being. Click here to learn more about CLA’s benefit offerings.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

CLA is an equal opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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