CAAS - Controller (Retail Industry) | Des Moines or Cedar Rapids, IA

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental

Vision, 401k and more

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Controller to join our Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) team, working out of Des Moines IA or Cedar Rapids IA. You will act as the Controller for designated clients, advising on accounting best practices and mentoring staff.

The role requires 7 years of accounting/financial experience and familiarity with retail sector. Hybrid work environment with travel to client sites as needed. Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and QuickBooks is preferred.

Qualifications

• 7 years of accounting/financial experience required.
• Retail industry experience highly preferred.
• Aptitude for mastering accounting software and systems; QuickBooks experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Controller for designated clients.
• Serve as consultant on accounting and finance-related engagements.
• Mentor staff and design back-office solutions for clients.
• Prepare and analyze client financial statements and recommendations.
• Prepare management reporting packages for boards and management.
• Maintain knowledge of client policies, compliance, and accounting standards.

Skills

Accounting expertise

Retail industry knowledge

Proficiency in financial reporting

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

At CLA, 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.

About The Role

CLA is looking to hire a Controller with Retail industry experience, to join our Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) practice, based out of either our Des Moines IA or Cedar Rapids IA office location. Our CAAS team 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.

As a Controller, You Will

• Act as the Controller for the designated clients you service
• Take on the role of consultant and advisor to your clients on best practices for accounting and finance-related engagements
• Mentor the staff and seniors within your team and assist in designing customized back-office solutions for clients
• Prepare and analyze client financial statements and make recommendations
• Prepare management reporting packages to assist management teams and Boards with understanding their financial results
• Become an industry professional and attend industry-leading events and trainings
• Maintain knowledge of the client’s organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards

Requirements

• Experience: 7 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience is required. Relevant experience in retail, is highly preferred.
• Aptitude for developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of accounting software and systems. QuickBooks experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with applicable software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Travel: This position reflects our commitment for both flexibility and collaboration. This role offers a hybrid and flexible working environment, which means you may be required to work at client locations or in the office depending on project needs. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with other CLA family members, encouraging a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

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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.

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