Controller - CAAS - Restaurant/Retail

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Tampa, FL

7d•$93,000 - $165,000

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 9,500 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. We are looking to hire a Controller for our Client Accounting and Advisory Service (CAAS) for our growing Retail and Franchise group who can sit in our Tampa, Florida office. The role is also open in our Minnesota, King of Prussia, PA and Bethlehem, PA offices. CAAS 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

Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
6 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience as a Controller or Assistant Controller.
Proficiency with applicable software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc).

Nice To Haves

CPA certification is preferred but not required.
Experience in accounting for retail or restaurant franchise strongly preferred.
Public accounting experience preferred but not required.
An understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (FASB/SFAS) or other comprehensive basis of accounting
Strong organization skills/goal orientation/self-motivation.
Ability to handle pressure in a positive professional manner.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Communication that is clear, concise, and considerate of the needs of others.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and value the different contributions people make.
Proven success in managing work and key client relationships to exceed client expectations.