Director OF Accounting

## Accounting Consultant - Engagement DirectorApplylocations: Connection Center-Charlotte,NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R17587CLA 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.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.**About the role:**CLA is looking to hire Accounting Consultants (Engagement Directors) for our Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS). CAAS provides customized accounting support for our clients (typically larger than $50M) on an interim and project basis. If flexibility, variety, and life balance are important to you...keep reading!**As an Engagement Director, you will:*** 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.**What you will need:*** Ten years relative work experience including public accounting. Prior industry experience as a CFO, Controller, SEC Reporting or Internal Audit Manager equivalent preferred. We love Big Four alum!* 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.**Our 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* Fertility benefits#LI-CB1, #LI-Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr