CAAS - Controller; Nonprofit Industry | Southern

We recognize that not everyone wants to grow their career paths in the same way, which is why CLA exists to create opportunities. With 8,500 employees and over 130 offices nationwide, we promise to know you and help you. As a member of CLA’s CAAS practice, you will be an integral part of the client‑service team and work directly 1:1 with our clients to provide customized accounting services that support their business or organization.

CLA is looking for a Controller with nonprofit industry experience to join our CAAS (Client Accounting & Advisory Services) practice based in any of our Southern California office locations (Irvine, Century City/LA, Carlsbad, Ontario/Inland Empire, or Pasadena).

• Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.
• Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurements, or investment activities for all or part of an organization; prepare financial information.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations.
• Monitor ratio and key performance indicators (KPI).
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of accounting and other financial staff, recommending and implementing actions.
• Advise management on short‑term and long‑term financial objectives, policies, and actions.
• Communicate regularly with boards, bankers, investors, constituents, etc.; prepare for and/or host board presentations.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree is required. A combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of a degree. CPA certification is preferred but not required.
• Experience:
  
  6 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience is required (nonprofit industry and back‑office accounting experience is highly preferred). Public accounting experience preferred.
• Aptitude for developing and maintaining comprehensive knowledge of accounting software and systems. Quick Books experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with applicable software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Travel:
  Primarily in‑office work with frequent local travel to client sites and occasional non‑local or overnight travel for client visits, training, meetings, or other business‑related purposes.

• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (FASB/SFAS) or other comprehensive basis of accounting.
• Strong organization skills, goal orientation, and self‑motivation.
• Ability to handle pressure in a positive professional manner.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, clear, concise, and considerate of others’ needs.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and value diverse contributions.
• Proven success in managing work and key client relationships to exceed client expectations.

• Flexible PTO
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Mental health coverage
• Quarterly wellness stipend
• Fertility benefits
• Complete list of benefits available on request

Compensation range in California: $112,700 – $190,000.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

To support CLA family members, we focus on physical, financial, social, and emotional well‑being, offering comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.