Experienced Audit Associate, Nonprofit

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Shelton, CT

1d•Onsite

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. CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP is hiring an Experienced Audit Associate to service our Nonprofit clients. As an Experienced Audit Associate, you will perform significant audit and other assurance engagements for our clients, build relationships, and assure continued close personal attention to their needs. CLA auditors get the footing they need to step confidently into leadership positions and more specialized practice areas. This position will be based out of our CLA Connecticut practice. It is an in-office role based out of either our West Hartford or Shelton.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field is preferred.
Current CPA or eligibility to sit for the CPA exam is required.
1+ year of public accounting experience with emphasis in financial statement preparation, audits, reviews, and compilations is required.
Ability to travel to client sites which may also require infrequent overnight travel.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with an established public accounting or professional services firm is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform a wide range of audit and accounting procedures impacting industry-specific issues.
Audit complex areas or transactions as well as prepare financial statements and related reports.
Schedule, delegate, and review the work of staff.
Supervise, train, and mentor staff.
Keep Manager or Principal informed of engagement status and issues.
Proactively interact and communicate with clients to gather information to ensure timely engagement wrap-up.