Assistant Controller - CAAS - SLG

divh2Assistant Controller / h2pCLA 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. / ppCLA 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. / ppOur 600 state and local government professionals serve more than 1,700 local, county, and state government agencies. The public sector has been a primary focus for us for more than 40 years. We understand the legislative changes, funding challenges, compliance responsibilities, and risk management duties that impact our state and local government clients. We work together as a team to provide stellar administrative and accounting services to these agencies and their customers. / ph3About The Role / h3pCLA is looking to hire an Assistant Controller to join our growing Client Accounting Advisory Services (CAAS) State Local Government team in Massachusetts. / ppAs a member of CLAs CAAS practice, you will provide services to our clients by filling interim positions ranging from Town Accountant, Treasurer / Collector, School Business Manager, Grants Manager, and more. Along with annual projects, such as state reporting to DOR and DESE, chart of account design, implementations, internal controls, and forecasting. / ppThis position provides an outstanding opportunity to grow your career as you contribute to the success of clients organizations. / ph3What Youll Be Doing As An Assistant Controller / h3ulliPerform Assistant Controller functions as part of the clients accounting services team and manage these functions for your clients. / liliAct as a consultant and advisor to your clients on best practices for accounting and finance-related engagements. / liliProvide project management expertise by managing multiple clients, work, and deadlines. / liliPrepare and analyze client financial statements and make recommendations. / liliFoster and build opportunities for our clients, communities, and people. / liliBecome an industry professional and attend industry-leading events and trainings. / liliMaintain knowledge of the clients organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards. / li / ulh3Required Education / Experience / Abilities / h3ulli4 years of experience as a senior accountant, assistant controller, senior auditor or equivalent. Experience with state and local government municipalities strongly preferred. / liliBachelors degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree. / liliAdvanced knowledge of Data Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint preferred. / liliAbility to travel to local client sites as needed. / liliCPA and / or CGA certification preferred but not required. / liliKnowledge of MUNIS, Softright, Vadar, and / or QuickBooks preferred but not required. / liliComfortable in fast paced environment and skilled in multitasking. / li / ulh3Our Perks / h3ulliFlexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!) / liliUp to 12 weeks paid parental leave. / liliPaid Volunteer Time Off / liliMental health coverage / liliQuarterly Wellness stipend / liliFertility benefits / liliComplete list of benefits / li / ul / div