Senior Assurance Leader – CPA, Client Relationships, Growth

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is a national professional services firm seeking an experienced assurance professional in California. You will lead and oversee assurance engagements, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery, while managing scope, fees, budgets, and client communications.

The role requires a CPA, a bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, 8+ years of public accounting, and willingness to travel to client sites. California posting range shows strong compensation potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of public accounting experience, including financial statement audits and related reporting.
• Active CPA license required.
• Ability to travel to client sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee assurance engagements, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Manage engagement scope, fees, budgets, and deadlines while maintaining client communication.
• Serve as the primary client relationship owner and trusted advisor.
• Review financial statements and workpapers to ensure accuracy and adherence to professional standards.
• Provide overall engagement leadership, including staffing, risk management, and quality control.
• Mentor and develop high-performing teams; provide coaching and performance feedback.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Client relationship management

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Active CPA license

Job description

CLA is a national professional services firm seeking an experienced assurance professional in California. You will lead and oversee assurance engagements, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery, while managing scope, fees, budgets, and client communications.

The role requires a CPA, a bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, 8+ years of public accounting, and willingness to travel to client sites. California posting range shows strong compensation potential.