Strategic Finance Controller

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) Search is assisting a Milwaukee area company in finding a Controller to lead financial planning, budgeting, and reporting. The role anchors debt financing coordination and ensures GAAP compliance while guiding cross‑functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting, 5–10 years in senior finance, CPA preferred, strong ERP and Excel skills, and proven ability to deliver accurate forecasts and actionable financial analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting is required; CPA preferred.
• 5–10 years of senior-level finance or accounting experience.
• Extensive knowledge of ERP software and financial systems.
• Strong MS Excel skills and ability to analyze data and communicate findings.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate financial planning, budgeting, and reporting functions.
• Monitor monthly results against budget and provide variance analyses.
• Oversee debt financing and debt service payments with external agencies.
• Prepare annual revenue and expense reports and financial forecasts.
• Develop five‑ and ten‑year business plans with department managers.
• Lead audits and implement procedural improvements.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial Analysis

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

MS Excel

ERP software

Financial reporting systems

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) Search is assisting a Milwaukee area company in finding a Controller to lead financial planning, budgeting, and reporting. The role anchors debt financing coordination and ensures GAAP compliance while guiding cross‑functional teams.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Finance or Accounting, 5–10 years in senior finance, CPA preferred, strong ERP and Excel skills, and proven ability to deliver accurate forecasts and actionable financial analyses.