Audit Senior, Higher Education

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 141,000; Full time

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 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.

CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP is hiring an Audit & Assurance Senior to join CLA Northeast’s Higher Education industry team. In this role, you’ll work with our university clients, a unique opportunity for you to gain specialized skillset in a niche area of expertise that will accelerate your career. This is an in‑office position based out of our Southern New England office locations.

Responsibilities

• Executing and managing the day-to-day activities of audit engagements with our university clients from start to finish


• Managing the budget, planning, fieldwork, directing staff and completing financial statements, including related disclosures


• Reviewing client accounting and operating procedures


• Developing and assessing the design and implementation of internal controls


• Preparing all necessary financial statement and related disclosures and reportable condition correspondence letters


• Utilizing proactive and effective communication with staff, management, and clients to communicate technical matters to both clients and management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is required.


• Current CPA or eligibility to sit for the CPA exam is preferred.


• Two or more years of public accounting experience with emphasis in financial statement preparation, audits, reviews, and compilations is required.


• Prior experience with an established public accounting or professional services firm is preferred.


• Ability to travel to client sites which may also require infrequent overnight travel.

Compensation

We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact the position of pay within the range. The compensation range for this position in Massachusetts is: $86,000.00 – $141,000.00 #LI-EL1

Benefits

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.

Career Growth

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.

EEO & Diversity

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. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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