CAAS Controller (Retail/Restaurant Franchise)
About The Position
CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you. CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other. About the role: CLA is looking to hire a Controller with Retail industry experience, to join our Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) practice in Wisconsin. Our CAAS team 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.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
- 6 years relevant work experience as a Controller or equivalent is required.
- Aptitude for developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of accounting software and systems.
Nice To Haves
- Public accounting experience preferred but not required.
- Relevant work experience involving restaurant franchises is HIGHLY preferred!
Responsibilities
- Act as the Controller for the designated clients you service
- Take on the role of consultant and advisor to your clients on best practices for accounting and finance-related engagements
- Mentor the staff and seniors within your team and assist in designing customized back-office solutions for clients
- Prepare and analyze client financial statements and make recommendations
- Prepare management reporting packages to assist management teams and Boards with understanding their financial results
- Become an industry professional and attend industry-leading events and trainings
- Maintain knowledge of the client’s organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards
Benefits
- Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
- Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Mental health coverage
- Quarterly Wellness stipend
- Fertility benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
