Assistant Controller - CAAS (SLG)

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Shelton, CT

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

CLA is looking to hire an Assistant Controller for our SLG Client Accounting and Advisory Service (CAAS) Practice in Connecticut. Our CAAS service helps our clients transform their business with a collaborative approach that allows them to seamlessly mitigate risk, overcome challenges, meet deadlines, and identify personnel to help them with their workforce needs. Opportunities are available in our West Hartford and Shelton locations.

Requirements

6 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience required.
Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
Strong working knowledge of GAAP

Nice To Haves

Experience in Connecticut Government is strongly preferred.
MUNIX experience strongly preferred
Proficiency in accounting software, e.g. QuickBooks, Intacct, Great Plains, Yardi, MRI, Timberline, Sage, Foundations, Xero, Peoplesoft

Responsibilities

Perform Assistant Controller functions as part of the client’s accounting services team and manage these functions for your clients.
Act as a consultant and advisor to your clients on best practices for accounting and finance-related engagements.
Provide project management expertise by managing multiple clients, work, and deadlines.
Prepare and analyze client financial statements and make recommendations.
Foster and build opportunities for our clients, communities, and people.
Become an industry professional and attend industry-leading events and training.
Maintain knowledge of the client’s organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.