This job has expired, please see additional jobs below
Controller
CliftonLarsonAllen
Denver, CO, United States
Job Details - this job has expired, please see similar jobs below
Description
Our 600 state and local government professionals serve more than 1,700 local, county, and state government agencies. Our goal is to become familiar with all aspects of our clients operations, not just the information needed for the year-end audit. As CPAs and consultants we need to stay in touch with them throughout the year so we can offer solutions to challenges as they arise. Our clients benefit from a close personal connection with a team of professionals devoted to government agencies.
At CLA, we want to bring on professionals who understand municipalities, counties, and special districts and can deliver solutions to our clients. We are currently searching for an Controllerto primarily serve our northern Denver clients in our BizOps (Outsourcing) team.
Work Activities & Accountabilities
The incumbent is accountable for acting as and managing the designated function(s) for the client. S/he is also accountable for identifying and implementing best practices related to the service(s) provided to add value to the client. Develops full knowledge of GAAP (FASB/SFAS/GASB) and deep understanding of financial and operational aspects of his/her specific industry.
Controller:
• Records and analyzes client’s financial information. Analyzes and interprets financial information that client leaders need to make sound business decisions.
• Prepares financial reports for other groups (creditors, regulatory agencies, and tax authorities, and more).
• Reviews and monitors costs inherent in the business.
• Schedules expenditures, analyzes variances, and may identify corrective actions when necessary. Ability to independently prepare financial statements.
Technical Knowledge:
• Maintains knowledge of client’s 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.
Organizational Interfaces:
The Controller reports directly to the Outsourcing Principal in charge of the client. S/he regularly interacts with Managing Principals, industry Principals, service Principals, and other functional groups within CLA and at the client site. S/he supervises accounting services staff which may include CLA accounting services staff, client accounting services staff, or both. S/he will typically spend 90% of time on client assignments (majority at client locations).
Requirements
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree (Accounting, Finance, related field)
• Understanding and working knowledge of GASB strongly preferred
• CPA preferred but not required
• Public accounting experience preferred but not required
ABOUT THE FIRM
CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) is a professional services firm delivering integrated wealth advisory, outsourcing, and public accounting capabilities to help clients succeed professionally and personally. Our team members are immersed in the industries they serve and have specialized knowledge of their operating and regulatory environments. With more than 5,000 people and 100 U.S. locations, and a global affiliation, we bring a wide array of solutions to help clients in all markets, foreign and domestic. For more information, visit CLAconnect.com. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.
We are deeply invested in the success of our professionals and provide innovative career-building opportunities. At CLA, we aim to positively impact the clients we serve, the people we employ, the profession we represent and the communities we call home.
CLA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.
EOE/AA Employer/M/W/Vets/Disability