Nonprofit CAAS Controller — Strategic Financial Leader

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Controller for our Non-Profit Services (CAAS) practice in Southern New England. The role will serve as Controller for designated clients, advising on accounting best practices, and managing multiple client engagements across MA locations and RI site options.

Ideal candidates have seven years of accounting/finance experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and preferably nonprofit exposure. CPA is a plus but not required; project and client management experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Seven years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required; combination of related experience may be accepted.
• Public accounting experience is preferred.
• Nonprofit experience is highly preferred.
• CPA certification is preferred but not required.
• Prior project management and client management experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Controller for the designated clients you service.
• Provide consultant and advisor guidance on accounting and finance-related engagements.
• Manage multiple clients, work, and deadlines.

Skills

Accounting experience

Nonprofit experience

Public accounting experience

Client management experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA certification (preferred)

Job description

CLA is seeking a Controller for our Non-Profit Services (CAAS) practice in Southern New England. The role will serve as Controller for designated clients, advising on accounting best practices, and managing multiple client engagements across MA locations and RI site options.

Ideal candidates have seven years of accounting/finance experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and preferably nonprofit exposure. CPA is a plus but not required; project and client management experience is valued.