CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

CAAS Controller – Retail/Restaurant Franchise

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Madison • Wisconsin • United States

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About the role

  • Act as the Controller for the designated clients you service
  • Take on the role of consultant and advisor to your clients on best practices for accounting and finance-related engagements
  • Mentor the staff and seniors within your team and assist in designing customized back-office solutions for clients
  • Prepare and analyze client financial statements and make recommendations
  • Prepare management reporting packages to assist management teams and Boards with understanding their financial results
  • Become an industry professional and attend industry-leading events and trainings
  • Maintain knowledge of the client’s organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field required
  • Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree
  • 6 years relevant work experience as a Controller or equivalent is required
  • Public accounting experience preferred but not required
  • Relevant work experience involving restaurant franchises is HIGHLY preferred!
  • Aptitude for developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of accounting software and systems
Benefits
  • Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
  • Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • Mental health coverage
  • Quarterly Wellness stipend
  • Fertility benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
financial analysisfinancial statement preparationmanagement reportingaccounting standardsback-office solutionsconsultingmentoringaccounting software
Soft Skills
advisoryteam leadershipcommunicationclient relationship management
Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting