CAAS - Controller (Logistics Industry) | Minneapolis, MN

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Minneapolis, MN, USA
In-Office
98K-168K Annually
Senior level
Consulting
The Role
Provide outsourced client accounting and advisory services for logistics businesses. Responsibilities include developing internal controls, directing budgeting and procurement activities, preparing financial statements and forecasts, monitoring KPIs, evaluating accounting staff, advising management on financial objectives, and communicating with boards, bankers, and investors.
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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! As a member of CLA’s CAAS practice, you will be an integral part of the CLA client service team and will work directly 1:1 with our clients to provide customized accounting services to support them as they manage and grow their business or organization.
CLA is looking for a Controller with Logistics industry experience, to join our CAAS (Client Accounting & Advisory Services) practice based out of Minneapolis, MN office location.
 

Job Description:

  • Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.

  • Coordinate and directs the financial planning, budgeting, procurements, or investment activities for all or part of an organization. Prepare financial information.

  • Prepare and/or direct 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 evaluates 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 on a regular basis with boards, bankers, investors, constituents, etc.; may include prepping for and/or hosting board presentations.

Education/Experience:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree. CPA certification is preferred but not required.

  • Experience: 7 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience is required (logistics industry experience is highly preferred). Public accounting experience preferred.

  • Aptitude for developing and maintaining a thorough working knowledge of accounting software and systems. QuickBooks experience is highly preferred.

  • Proficiency with applicable software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

  • Travel: This position requires working primarily in-office, including local travel to/from client sites, as well as occasional non-local or overnight travel for client visits, training, meetings and/or other business-related purposes.

Skills/Knowledge:

  • An understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (FASB/SFAS) or other comprehensive basis of accounting

  • Strong organization skills/goal orientation/self-motivation.

  • Ability to handle pressure in a positive professional manner.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills.

  • Communication that is clear, concise, and considerate of the needs of others.

  • Ability to work cooperatively with others and value the different contributions people make.

  • Proven success in managing work and key client relationships to exceed client expectations.

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 Minnesota is: $98,000.00 – $168,000.00

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Wellness at CLA

To support our CLA family members, 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.


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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of related experience, education, and training
  • Seven years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience
  • Logistics industry experience
  • Public accounting experience
  • CPA certification
  • Working knowledge of accounting software and systems
  • QuickBooks experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and applicable software
  • Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles, FASB/SFAS, or another comprehensive basis of accounting
  • Strong organization, communication, interpersonal, and client relationship management skills

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Wellness resources are positioned as a differentiator, including a recurring wellness stipend and expanded mental-health support options. Flexible work arrangements such as work-from-home and flex time are also framed as meaningful non-cash rewards.
  • Parental & Family Support Family-building support is broad, including paid parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits. Additional programs like support for nursing parents who travel further strengthen the family benefits set.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits include a 401(k) match and profit sharing, with vesting time reportedly reduced in recent updates. This provides a clearer long-term value component beyond base pay.

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The Company
HQ: Minneapolis, MN
6,600 Employees
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

CLA is a professional services firm delivering integrated wealth advisory, outsourcing, audit, tax, and consulting services. Learn more about CLA.

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