CAAS - Staff Accountant; State & Local Government Andover, MA

We recognize that not everyone wants to grow their career paths in the same way. That’s why CLA exists to create opportunities. With 8500 employees and over 130 offices nationwide, we promise to know you and help you! CLA is looking for a Staff Accountant with experience in State & Local Government Industry to join our Client Accounting & Advisory Services (CAAS) group in Andover, MA.

This role is responsible for processing transactions, completing account reconciliations, and preparing financial statements. Our CAAS – State & Local Government team provides accounting, finance and treasury services to local towns, cities and school districts.

• Client Service:
  Gains ability to handle multiple clients, software, and chart of accounts daily, weekly and monthly basis.
• Day to Day Transactions:
  Coordinates & processes accounts payable, cash disbursements, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and payroll.
• Month End Processing:
  Completes financial statements. Coordinates and completes account reconciliations (i.e. bank & credit card reconciliations, prepaids, accounts receivable, fixed assets, accounts payable, accruals.) Completes complex account reconciliations that have been previously set up and supported by CAAS Senior, Assistant Controller, Controller or CFO.
• Other Quarterly/Annual Processing:
  Completes sales tax returns, Form 1099s and other forms or items as requested by clients.

• Experience:
  
  Accounting and financial experience is preferred.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• Certifications/Licenses: CPA is preferred but not required.
• Technical
  
  Competencies:
  
  Proficiency and aptitude for applicable software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc). Develop working knowledge of accounting software (Quickbooks, Intacct, Xero, , Expensify).
• Travel:
  This position requires frequent local travel to/from client sites and may require occasional non-local or overnight travel for client visits, training, meetings and/or other business-related purposes.

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: $65,000.00 – $ #LI-TT1

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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.

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• and much more

Start your inspired career. When you join CLA, you’ll have the opportunity to design your own inspired career. Career growth is about having new experiences and lots of exposure to different roles that stretch your comfort zone, expand your skills, and shape you as a leader. It’s not so much about climbing a ladder or acquiring new titles — it’s the discovery of your strengths and the outer reaches of your true potential.

At CLA, you have the freedom to explore many opportunities, including your choice of industry specialization, service capability, career path, and mobility.

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CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, more than 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit  Investment advisory services are offered through Clifton Larson Allen  Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.

CLA is an equal opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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