CAAS - Controller (State & Local Government) | Greater Tampa Bay Area

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Tampa, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

CLA is seeking a Controller with State & Local Government industry experience to join its Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS) group. The position is based at either the Tampa or Lakeland, Florida office and supports the CAAS State & Local Government team, which provides accounting, finance, and treasury services to local towns, cities, and school districts. The role has a hybrid and flexible working environment, with work at client locations or in the office depending on project needs, and includes collaboration with other CLA team members.

Requirements

Seven years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience.
Bachelor’s degree required; a combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Maintain knowledge of client organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.
Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of accounting software packages.
Maintain accounting technical knowledge related to the industry.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience in State & Local Government is highly preferred.
CPA certification is preferred but not required.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.
Coordinate and direct financial planning, budgeting, procurements, or investment activities for all or part of an organization.
Prepare financial information.
Prepare, or direct the preparation of, financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, budgets, and reports required by regulatory agencies.
Evaluate funding procurement needs and investment of surpluses, and make appropriate recommendations.
Monitor ratios and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Monitor and evaluate the performance of accounting and other financial staff, recommending and implementing actions.
Advise management on short- and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions.
Communicate regularly with boards, bankers, investors, and constituents; this may include preparing for or hosting board presentations.