Nonprofit CAAS Controller: Financial Leadership & Impact

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Akron (OH); On-site; USD 87,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Controller for our Non-Profit Services (CAAS) practice, with opportunities in multiple U.S. locations including Ohio. The role focuses on leading client accounting, advising on finance best practices, and managing several engagements concurrently.

You will oversee financial statements, support clients with governance and compliance, and help drive growth through industry events and training. A CPA is preferred, and nonprofit experience is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Eight years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree required; combination of related experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Public accounting experience preferred; nonprofit experience highly preferred.
• CPA certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Controller for the designated clients you service.
• Provide advisory guidance on accounting and finance engagements.
• Manage multiple clients, work, and deadlines as a project manager.
• Prepare and analyze client financial statements and make recommendations.
• Build opportunities and participate in industry events and trainings.
• Maintain knowledge of client policies, directives, and accounting standards.
• Advise management on financial objectives and actions.

Skills

Accounting experience

Nonprofit experience

Public accounting experience

Project management

Client management

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPA certification preferred

Job description

CLA is seeking a Controller for our Non-Profit Services (CAAS) practice, with opportunities in multiple U.S. locations including Ohio. The role focuses on leading client accounting, advising on finance best practices, and managing several engagements concurrently.

You will oversee financial statements, support clients with governance and compliance, and help drive growth through industry events and training. A CPA is preferred, and nonprofit experience is highly valued.