Tech Industry Controller — GAAP & Strategic Growth

CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC; Madison, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is seeking a highly experienced Controller with technology industry knowledge to join our Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS) practice in Wisconsin. The role requires deep GAAP expertise and the ability to lead financial planning, budgeting, and controls for a technology-focused client base.

Ideal candidates will have 7 years in a Controller role, a Bachelor's degree, and CPA is preferred. This in-office role emphasizes collaboration with management and boards, with opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required; combination of related experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• 7 years of relevant work experience as a Controller or equivalent is required.
• CPA certification is preferred but not required.
• Aptitude for developing and maintaining accounting software and systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop thorough knowledge of GAAP (FASB/SFAS) and understand financial and operational aspects of the technology industry.
• Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for budgeting, cash, and accounting.
• Coordinate and direct financial planning, budgeting, procurements, or investment activities.
• Prepare financial information, statements, forecasts, budgets, and regulatory reports.
• Evaluate needs for funds and investments; make recommendations.
• Monitor KPI and the performance of accounting staff; advise management on financial objectives.
• Communicate with boards, bankers, investors, etc., including board prep.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Budgeting

Analysis & reporting

Technology industry experience

CPA preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Intacct

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CLA is seeking a highly experienced Controller with technology industry knowledge to join our Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS) practice in Wisconsin. The role requires deep GAAP expertise and the ability to lead financial planning, budgeting, and controls for a technology-focused client base.

Ideal candidates will have 7 years in a Controller role, a Bachelor's degree, and CPA is preferred. This in-office role emphasizes collaboration with management and boards, with opportunities