Assistant Controller, Client Accounting & Advisory (CAAS)

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Andover (MA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

12 weeks parental leave

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Mental health coverage

Quarterly Wellness stipend

Fertility benefits

Complete list of benefits here

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is hiring an Assistant Controller in Massachusetts. You will join the CAAS practice, lead client accounting services, and act as a trusted advisor on accounting and finance engagements.

The role emphasizes project management across multiple clients, with accountability for financial statements and process improvement. Strong GAAP knowledge and MUNIX experience are valued, with robust accounting software proficiency expected.

Qualifications

• 4 years of accounting/financial experience required.
• Massachusetts Government experience strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP.
• MUNIX experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Intacct, Great Plains, Yardi, MRI, Timberline, Sage, Foundations, Xero or PeopleSoft.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

GAAP knowledge

MUNIX experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Intacct

Great Plains

Yardi

MRI

Timberline

Sage

Foundations

Xero

PeopleSoft

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is hiring an Assistant Controller in Massachusetts. You will join the CAAS practice, lead client accounting services, and act as a trusted advisor on accounting and finance engagements.

The role emphasizes project management across multiple clients, with accountability for financial statements and process improvement. Strong GAAP knowledge and MUNIX experience are valued, with robust accounting software proficiency expected.