Accounting Consultant – Engagement Director

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm that provides industry‑focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services.

CLA is looking to hire Accounting Consultants (Engagement Directors) for its Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) unit. CAAS delivers customized accounting support to clients typically larger than $50M on interim and project basis. This role offers flexibility, variety, and work‑life balance.

• Serve as a high‑level interim or project‑based accounting resource for clients across various industries on accounting, finance, tax, and audit roles (e.g., Interim Controller, Financial Reporting Manager, Internal Audit Manager).
• Design and improve accounting processes such as monthly close, management and financial reporting, forecasting, consolidations, and system implementations.
• Take an active and hands‑on approach in executing client engagements.
• Travel as required; flexibility to travel expands opportunities.
• Select engagements to align with career goals while maintaining work‑life balance.
• Leverage experience within public accounting and for larger clients.

• Ten years of relevant work experience, including public accounting.
• Prior industry experience as a CFO, Controller, SEC reporting professional, or Internal Audit Manager preferred;
  Big Four alumni highly regarded.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
• Mastery of Microsoft Excel and familiarity with a variety of accounting software.
• CPA certification preferred but not required.
• Project management experience and excellent client‑service skills preferred.

• Full benefits package as an hourly employee.
• Flexible PTO.
• Up to 12weeks paid parental leave.
• Paid volunteer time off.
• Mental health coverage.
• Quarterly wellness stipend.
• Fertility benefits.
• Health, dental, vision, 401(k), and other benefits.

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. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, contact myp