CAAS Controller (Technology Industry)

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

CLA is looking to hire a Controller with Technology Industry experience for their Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS) practice. As a Controller, you will help clients transform their business with a collaborative approach that allows them to seamlessly mitigate risk, overcome challenges, meet deadlines, and identify personnel for their workforce needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
7 years relevant work experience as a Controller or equivalent is required.
Accounting back-office experience is required.
Aptitude for developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of accounting software and systems (QuickBooks, NetSuite, Intacct)
Proficiency with applicable software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

Nice To Haves

CPA certification is preferred but not required.
Relevant experience in the Technology industry is highly preferred!
Public accounting experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Develop full knowledge of GAAP (FASB/SFAS) and deep understanding of financial and operational aspects of the technology industry.
Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.
Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurements, or investment activities for all or part of an organization.
Prepare financial information.
Prepare, or direct preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations.
Monitor ratio and key performance indicators (KPI).
Monitors and evaluates the performance of accounting and other financial staff, recommending and implementing actions.
Advise management on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions.
Communicate on a regular basis with boards, bankers, investors, constituents, etc.; may include prepping for and/or hosting board presentations.