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CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Accounting Consultant – Engagement Director

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Engagement Director providing high-level interim accounting consultancy across various industries. Focusing on financial processes and client engagement with flexibility in work assignments.

Posted 5/29/2026full-timeIrvine • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $50 - $85 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • 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.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Ten years relative work experience including public accounting.
  • Prior industry experience as a CFO, Controller, SEC Reporting or Internal Audit Manager equivalent preferred.
  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field required.
  • 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.

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
accountingfinancetaxauditfinancial reportingforecastingconsolidationsproject managementMicrosoft Excelaccounting software
Soft Skills
client service managementhands-on approachinterpersonal skillsorganizational skills
Certifications
CPA