Retail Controller, CAAS — Hybrid Role (Des Moines/Cedar Rapids)

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) seeks a Controller with Retail industry experience to join our Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) practice, based out of Des Moines IA or Cedar Rapids IA. You will act as the Controller for designated clients, delivering accounting expertise and back-office solutions while mentoring staff.

The role offers a hybrid and flexible working environment, with opportunities to collaborate across CLA family members and engage in industry events and trainings while

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant accounting/financial experience required.
• Retail industry experience is highly preferred.
• Aptitude for learning accounting software and systems; QuickBooks experience is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Controller for the designated clients.
• Advise on accounting and finance-related engagements.
• Mentor staff and design back-office solutions for clients.
• Prepare and analyze client financial statements and recommendations.
• Prepare management reporting packages for boards to understand financial results.
• Attend industry events and trainings; stay updated on accounting standards.

Skills

Accounting experience

Retail experience

Excel proficiency

QuickBooks experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) seeks a Controller with Retail industry experience to join our Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) practice, based out of Des Moines IA or Cedar Rapids IA. You will act as the Controller for designated clients, delivering accounting expertise and back-office solutions while mentoring staff.

The role offers a hybrid and flexible working environment, with opportunities to collaborate across CLA family members and engage in industry events and trainings while