CAAS Assistant Controller - Forecasting

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At CLA we create inspired careers. We recognize that not everyone wants to grow their career paths in the same way. That’s why CLA exists to create opportunities. We promise to know you and help you. CLA is looking to hire a Forecasting Assistant Controller for our growing CAAS team in Denver, CO.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
4 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience is required.
CPA preferred
Solid analytical and math aptitude
Advanced Excel and strong Word skills
Ability to learn new technology and programs
Ability to effectively research and summarize accounting and other professional literature
Highly self-motivated with a strong work ethic, the ability to work independently and exceptional project management skills targeted at meeting changing client deadlines
Flexibility regarding changing schedules and project priorities
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Well-organized and attentive to detail
Timely responsiveness to requests

Nice To Haves

knowledge of Colorado and Utah property taxation
familiarity with municipal bond transactions
knowledge of Colorado Special Districts and Utah Public Infrastructure Districts
previous experience in public finance

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate projects with forecast team members
Develop and maintain the integrity of forecasting models
Proactively analyze increasingly complicated bond transactions and assist staff with same
Flexibility to work through ever-evolving bond structures based on market demand
Document review and due diligence work
Research and summarize authoritative accounting and other professional literature
Prepare technically correct forecast and projection models
Develop complex Excel spreadsheets
Work collaboratively and proactively with external clients, finance professionals, and legal counsels
Timely responsiveness to requests for information from both internal team members and external colleagues
Ensure compliance with legal documents
Research client information using internal and public resources
Track and meet scheduled deadlines without supervision, and hold staff accountable with the same
Balance competing schedules, often with multiple conflicts and overlapping deadlines
Provide recommendations for alternative courses of action
Process information quickly and accurately
Anticipate and meet or exceed client expectations
Perform other special projects, as assigned