Audit Senior - State and Local Government (SLG)
At a glance
Senior Audit & Controls role at Cliftonlarsonallen. Shelton · full-time · $86,000–$141,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Plan and run assurance engagements, carrying out procedures with clients and key decision makers
- Examine complex transactions and accounting areas, then prepare financial statements and related reports
- Investigate accounting and auditing developments and explain relevant findings
- Set team schedules, assign work and coach colleagues as they build their skills
- Coordinate with managers and principals to keep client communication and service delivery on track
What you bring
- At least two years of relevant professional experience
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or a related discipline
Who this fits
This senior role suits someone with audit experience, especially in government or another regulated sector; government experience is preferred, not required. You’ll guide and train team members while working with managers and principals. The role is based in Shelton, West Hartford or another Southern New England office.
From the employer
CLA 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 practices. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA 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.
CLA is seeking an Audit & Assurance Senior to join our growing State & Local Government (SLG) practice in Shelton, West Hartford or our Southern New England offices. Government audit experience is preferred, but professionals with experience in other regulated industries are encouraged to apply. Our SLG practice includes 600+ professionals serving more than 2,100 government agencies nationwide, making it one of CLA's fastest-growing practice areas.
How you’ll create opportunities in this Assurance Senior role:
Plan, lead, and execute Assurance engagements to provide excellent client service.
Working closely with clients and decision makers while performing a wide range of assurance procedures.
Audit complex areas/transactions and prepare financial statements and related reports.
Research, analyze, and report on accounting, auditing, and related issues and developments.
Schedule, delegate, and train team members to help them build inspired careers.
Collaborate with managers/principals to ensure effective communication and service delivery.
Get the opportunity to work with many great clients.
Develop and maintain effective client relationships.
What you will need:
2 years of relevant experience required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Eligible to sit for the CPA exam preferred
State and Local Government (SLG) industry experience is a plus.
Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.
The compensation range for this position in Massachusetts is: $86,000 - $141,000
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Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
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