Tech Industry Controller: GAAP Expert, Growth-Focused

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, 401k and more

Job summary

CLA, a national professional services firm, is hiring a Controller for its CAAS practice with Technology Industry experience. You will help clients transform their business by developing internal controls, budgeting, and financial reporting while coordinating planning and investments for client organizations.

The role emphasizes collaboration, risk mitigation, and stakeholder communication, with travel to local client sites as needed. CPA preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; CPA preferred but not required.
• 7+ years of experience as a Controller or in an equivalent role.
• Accounting back-office experience required.
• Technology industry experience highly preferred; public accounting experience a plus.
• Proficiency with accounting software and systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Intacct).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal control policies and procedures for budgeting, cash, and accounting.
• Coordinate and direct financial planning, budgeting, procurements, or investments.
• Prepare financial information and statements for regulatory reporting.
• Monitor KPI and the performance of accounting staff.
• Advise management on financial objectives, policies, and actions.
• Communicate with boards, bankers, investors, and other stakeholders.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Budgeting

KPI monitoring

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPA certification preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Intacct

Job description

CLA, a national professional services firm, is hiring a Controller for its CAAS practice with Technology Industry experience. You will help clients transform their business by developing internal controls, budgeting, and financial reporting while coordinating planning and investments for client organizations.

The role emphasizes collaboration, risk mitigation, and stakeholder communication, with travel to local client sites as needed. CPA preferred but not required.