Tech Controller: Financial Strategy & KPI Leader

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) is seeking a Controller with Technology Industry experience for our CAAS practice. You will lead GAAP-compliant financial operations, build internal controls, and guide budgeting and investment decisions to help clients mitigate risk and meet deadlines.

The role emphasizes collaboration with leadership, staff supervision, and regular communication with boards and investors, with in-office expectations and growth opportunities at CLA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; CPA preferred but not required.
• 7 years of experience as a Controller or equivalent.
• Public accounting experience is a plus; technology industry experience is highly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting software and systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop deep GAAP knowledge and apply it to tech industry finance.
• Design internal control policies for budgeting and cash management.
• Coordinate financial planning, budgeting, and procurement activities.
• Prepare financial statements and regulatory reports.
• Assess funding needs and manage surpluses with recommendations.
• Monitor KPIs and supervise accounting staff performance.
• Advise management on financial objectives and actions.
• Communicate with boards, bankers, investors on a regular basis.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication with boards

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Intacct

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) is seeking a Controller with Technology Industry experience for our CAAS practice. You will lead GAAP-compliant financial operations, build internal controls, and guide budgeting and investment decisions to help clients mitigate risk and meet deadlines.

The role emphasizes collaboration with leadership, staff supervision, and regular communication with boards and investors, with in-office expectations and growth opportunities at CLA.