Strategic Accounting Consultant — Interim & Project Lead

CliftonLarsonAllen; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 117,096; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Parental leave

Volunteer time off

Mental health coverage

Fertility benefits

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking Accounting Consultants (Engagement Directors) for Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) to provide interim and project accounting support for clients typically larger than $50M. If you value flexibility, variety, and life balance, this is for you.

You will work on high‑level engagements, design/improve monthly close and reporting processes, and have travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• Ten years of relevant work experience including public accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
• Mastery in Microsoft Excel and experience with a variety of accounting software.
• CPA certification is preferred but not required.
• Prior project management and exceptional client service management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a high-level interim or project-based accounting resource for clients in various industries on accounting, finance, tax, and audit roles (Interim Controller, Financial Reporting Manager, Internal Audit Manager, etc.).
• Design/improve accounting processes such as monthly close, management and financial reporting, forecasting, consolidations, and system implementations to name a few.
• Take an active and hands-on approach in executing client engagements.
• Have the opportunity to travel – the more open you are to travel, the more opportunities we can present to you!
• Pick and choose your engagements – allow yourself to enjoy your career AND life.
• Have access to full benefits package as an hourly employee.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Client service management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking Accounting Consultants (Engagement Directors) for Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) to provide interim and project accounting support for clients typically larger than $50M. If you value flexibility, variety, and life balance, this is for you.

You will work on high‑level engagements, design/improve monthly close and reporting processes, and have travel opportunities.