Accounting Consultant- Engagement Director

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 Accounting Consultants (Engagement Directors) for our Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS). CAAS provides customized accounting support for our clients (typically larger than $50M) on an interim and project basis. If flexibility, variety, and life balance are important to you…keep reading!

As an Engagement Director, you will:

• • Serve as a high-level interim or project-based accounting resource for clients in various industries on accounting, finance, tax, and audit roles (Interim Controller, Financial Reporting Manager, Internal Audit Manager, etc.).
  • Design/improve accounting processes such as: monthly close, management and financial reporting, forecasting, consolidations, and system implementations to name a few.
  • Take an active and hands-on approach in executing client engagements.
  • Have the opportunity to travel – the more open you are to travel, the more opportunities we can present to you!
  • Pick and choose your engagements – allow yourself to enjoy your career AND life.
  • Have access to full benefits package as an hourly employee.

What you will need:

• • 8 years relative work experience including public accounting (10 years preferred).
  • Prior industry experience as a CFO, Controller, SEC Reporting or Internal Audit Manager equivalent preferred. We love Big Four alum!
  • A bachelor’s degree is required (combination of relevant experience, education and training may be accepted in lieu of a degree). A degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field preferred.
  • Mastery in Microsoft Excel and experience in a variety of accounting software.
  • CPA certification is preferred but not required.
  • Prior project management and exceptional client service management experience preferred.

Our Perks:

• • Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
  • Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • Mental health coverage
  • Fertility benefits

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Wellness at CLA

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.

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