Higher Education CAAS Assistant Controller & Advisor

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k plan

Job summary

CLA is hiring an Assistant Controller for the Higher Education Accounting and Advisory Service (CAAS) Practice. Openings in Chicago, King of Prussia, Austin, Houston, Minneapolis, and other locations.

The role involves leading client accounting functions, advising on GAAP, and managing multiple engagements to deliver accurate financial statements and insights. Competitive compensation is offered with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience.
• Experience in the Higher Education industry preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required; combination of related experience may be accepted.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP.
• Proficiency with accounting software: QuickBooks, Intacct, Great Plains, Yardi, MRI, Timberline, Sage, Foundations, Xero, PeopleSoft.

Responsibilities

• Perform Assistant Controller functions for the client’s accounting services team.
• Act as a consultant and advisor on accounting and finance best practices.
• Provide project management across multiple clients, workstreams, and deadlines.
• Prepare and analyze client financial statements and offer recommendations.
• Foster opportunities for clients, communities, and people.
• Attend industry events and training to stay current.
• Maintain knowledge of client policies, federal/state directives, and accounting standards.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Project management

Consulting/ Advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Intacct

Great Plains

Yardi

MRI

Timberline

Sage

Foundations

Xero

PeopleSoft

Job description

CLA is hiring an Assistant Controller for the Higher Education Accounting and Advisory Service (CAAS) Practice. Openings in Chicago, King of Prussia, Austin, Houston, Minneapolis, and other locations.

The role involves leading client accounting functions, advising on GAAP, and managing multiple engagements to deliver accurate financial statements and insights. Competitive compensation is offered with comprehensive benefits.