Assurance Principal – Nonprofit

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

. Build and expand trusted-advisor relationships with nonprofit executives and boards.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $165,000 - $400,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and expand trusted-advisor relationships with nonprofit executives and boards.
Drive business development by growing a book of business, expanding client relationships, and actively engaging in the nonprofit community.
Lead and oversee nonprofit assurance engagements, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery.
Manage engagement scope, fees, budgets, and deadlines while maintaining strong client communication.
Serve as the primary client relationship owner and trusted advisor.
Review financial statements and workpapers to ensure accuracy and adherence to professional standards.
Provide overall engagement leadership, including staffing, risk management, and quality control.
Mentor and develop high-performing teams; provide coaching and performance feedback.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
8+ years of public accounting experience, including financial statement audits and related reporting.
Active CPA license required.
Ability to travel to client sites as needed.

Benefits

Comp & 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
Quarterly Wellness stipend
Fertility benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial statement auditsfinancial reportingrisk managementquality controlbudget managementcomplianceengagement leadershipstaffingcoachingperformance feedback

Soft Skills

client relationship managementbusiness developmentcommunicationmentoringteam leadershiptrust-buildingengagementcommunity involvementproblem-solvingtime management

Certifications

CPA license