Controller, CAAS - Nonprofit Finance Leader

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP in Illinois seeks a Controller for the CAAS nonprofit practice. You will act as a trusted consultant to clients, managing multiple engagements and advising on accounting and financial objectives.

The role requires eight years of accounting/financial experience and a bachelor’s degree. Public accounting and nonprofit experience are highly valued; CPA is preferred but not required. Compensation reflects geography and experience, with a broad pay range.

Qualifications

• Eight years of accounting/financial experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree required; combination of education and training may be accepted.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Nonprofit experience highly preferred.
• CPA certification preferred but not required.
• Prior project and client management experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Controller for the designated clients you service.
• Advise clients on accounting and finance best practices for engagements.
• Provide project management by handling multiple clients, work, and deadlines.
• Prepare and analyze client financial statements and make recommendations.
• Foster opportunities and attend industry events and trainings.
• Maintain knowledge of client policies, federal/state directives, and accounting standards.
• Advise management on short- and long-term financial objectives and actions.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Public accounting

Nonprofit accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA preferred but not required

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP in Illinois seeks a Controller for the CAAS nonprofit practice. You will act as a trusted consultant to clients, managing multiple engagements and advising on accounting and financial objectives.

The role requires eight years of accounting/financial experience and a bachelor’s degree. Public accounting and nonprofit experience are highly valued; CPA is preferred but not required. Compensation reflects geography and experience, with a broad pay range.