Nonprofit CAAS Controller & Strategic Advisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) seeks a Controller for our Non-Profit Services (CAAS) practice to oversee designated clients and provide accounting leadership.

Eight years of accounting/finance experience are required; a BA/BS is required and CPA is preferred. Public accounting and nonprofit experience are highly valued. The role emphasizes project management, client advisory skills, and adherence to accounting standards in a dynamic, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Eight years of relevant accounting/financial experience.
• Bachelor's degree required; CPA preferred but not required.
• Public accounting and nonprofit experience preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Accounting & finance experience

Client management

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA preferred

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) seeks a Controller for our Non-Profit Services (CAAS) practice to oversee designated clients and provide accounting leadership.

Eight years of accounting/finance experience are required; a BA/BS is required and CPA is preferred. Public accounting and nonprofit experience are highly valued. The role emphasizes project management, client advisory skills, and adherence to accounting standards in a dynamic, growth-focused environment.