Controller - CAAS - Nonprofit

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP is seeking a Nonprofit Controller for its Orlando office. This role requires developing internal control policies and managing financial operations for nonprofit clients. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, with CPA certification preferred, and at least six years of relevant experience in accounting or finance.

The position involves local travel to client sites and offering clear communication and solid interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; combination of experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Six years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience is required, preferably in the nonprofit industry.
• QuickBooks experience is preferred along with proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal control policies and guidelines.
• Prepare financial information and financial statements.
• Advise management on financial objectives and policies.
• Coordinate financial planning and budgeting activities.

Skills

Accounting principles knowledge

Strong organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA certification

Tools

QuickBooks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We recognize that not everyone wants to grow their career paths in the same way. That’s why CLA exists to create opportunities. With 8500 employees and over 130 offices nationwide, we promise to know you and help you! At CLA, nonprofits are a priority. As the largest industry group in the firm, we have over 850 professionals dedicated to serving our 11,000+ nonprofit clients. We are looking to hire a Nonprofit Controller for our Client Accounting and Advisory Service (CAAS) who can work in our Orlando office.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.
• Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurements, or investment activities for all or part of an organization.
• Prepare financial information.
• Prepare and/or direct preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations.
• Monitor ratio and key performance indicators (KPI).
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of accounting and other financial staff, recommending and implementing actions.
• Advise management on short‑term and long‑term financial objectives, policies, and actions.
• Communicate on a regular basis with boards, bankers, investors, constituents, etc.; may include prepping for and/or hosting board presentations.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• CPA certification is preferred but not required.
• Six years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience is required (nonprofit industry and back‑office accounting experience highly preferred). Public accounting experience preferred but not required.
• 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 requires frequent local travel to/from client sites and may require occasional non‑local or overnight travel for client visits, training, meetings, and other business‑related purposes.

Skills & Knowledge

• An understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (FASB/SFAS) or other comprehensive basis of accounting.
• Strong organization skills/goal orientation/self‑motivation.
• Ability to handle pressure in a positive professional manner.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Communication that is clear, concise, and considerate of the needs of others.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and value the different contributions people make.
• Proven success in managing work and key client relationships to exceed client expectations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. If you require reasonable accommodation when completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact [e-mail].