Senior Assurance Leader: Client Results & Mentorship

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking an Assurance Principal to join our Northeast offices. The role focuses on client advisory, service advocacy, relationship development, and leadership in assurance engagements.

Ideal candidates will have CPA licensure, a minimum of 8+ years in public accounting, and a proven track record in financial statement audits and engagement management. This is a senior-level opportunity offering substantial client exposure and leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• CPA license is required.
• 8+ years of public accounting experience with emphasis in financial statement preparation and audits.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with clients.
• Assume full responsibility for all services for clients in a book of business.
• Review and sign engagement letters, discuss assignments with clients and staff, and approve fees.
• Review and approve work papers prepared by staff.
• Periodically review engagement progress to ensure proper completion of all phases.
• Review time budgets and deadlines, maintain client contact, and attend final client meetings.
• Communicate with managers and staff regarding engagement status, client issues, findings, and recommendations.
• Assist clients in obtaining funding to positively impact their community.
• Assist clients with meeting audit and financial planning objectives using available tools.
• Be creative with staff development, mentoring, and overseeing engagement teams.
• Lead the engagement progress by monitoring time budgets and deadlines for adherence.

Skills

Engagement management

Audit execution

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA license

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking an Assurance Principal to join our Northeast offices. The role focuses on client advisory, service advocacy, relationship development, and leadership in assurance engagements.

Ideal candidates will have CPA licensure, a minimum of 8+ years in public accounting, and a proven track record in financial statement audits and engagement management. This is a senior-level opportunity offering substantial client exposure and leadership responsibilities.