Assistant Controller (Construction Industry) | Minneapolis, MN

• Do you have an accounting background but are bored of doing the same tasks each month for just one company?

• Do you crave variety in the type of work you do and the clients you serve?

• Do you like to travel to clients and thrive during face-to-face interactions?

• Do you want the stability and backing of a top 10 national firm?

Our CAAS practice is looking for an Assistant Controller to join our growing Construction industry team in Minneapolis, MN.

As a member of CLA's CAAS practice, you will provide accounting services to CLA's construction industry clients in the local city area and will be a key part of our client service teams. You will work directly with clients to provide customized accounting and finance services to support them as they grow their business.

This position provides an outstanding opportunity to grow your career as you contribute to the success of clients' businesses or organizations. This is a full-time, long-term career opportunity serving multiple CLA clients on a permanent, part-time basis.

Job Responsibilities:

• Complete construction AIA draw process, either manually or with software.

• Complete lien waiver verification and insurance verification.

• Track development project expenses including hard and soft costs, month over month totals, stored materials, retainage, etc.

• Complete non-complex and some complex account reconciliations and record transactions as part of the monthly, quarterly, and annual adjusting and closing process.

• Apply GAAP (FASB/SFAS) related to our clients' specific industries.

• Prepare and review the general ledger, financial statements and required work papers.

• Assist with preparing and reviewing financial and statistical reports, analyzing for unusual items and notifying team leaders when necessary.

• Prepare and review payroll and payroll tax reporting.

• Assist annually with preparation for the independent auditors.

• Gain a thorough understanding of the financial operations of industry specific engagements (i.e. nonprofit, healthcare, manufacturing, etc.).

• Identify accounting errors, research technical issues, and proactively resolve issues.

• Assist with projects related to due diligence, system selection, and other consulting.

Required Education/Experience/Abilities:

• Education: Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.

• Experience: 4 years of experience as a Senior Accountant, Assistant Controller, Senior Auditor or equivalent. Relevant construction industry experience is highly preferred.

• Heavy user of accounting software (e.g., Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Intacct, Bill.com, Expensify, Fathom, etc.).

• CPA preferred, but not required

• 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 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

• Quarterly Wellness stipend

• Fertility benefits

• Complete list of benefits here

The wage range for this position in Minneapolis, MN is: $88,200.00 - $134,000.00

Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.

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