CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
About the role:
CLA is looking to hire a Client Relationship Leader for our growing CAAS practice in Charlotte. CAAS provides customized accounting support on an interim and project basis for our clients – public, private and nonprofits ranging from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies. We are looking for someone who has the drive of a business owner, entrepreneurial spirit, and the desire to make a difference for our clients.
As a Client Relationship Leader, you will:
- Expand existing client relationships as well as build your network to develop new relationships in the community.
- Work closely with the Managing Principal and Outsourcing Client Service Team to drive business and service offerings.
- Recognize opportunities, problem solve and close business, especially at strategically targeted accounts.
- Implement a sales strategy for new account prospects, prepare client presentations, and attend local and regional networking events representing CLA.
- Effectively project manage ongoing engagements to meet client needs.
- Maintain business development targets and sales activities in CRM.
What you will need:
- A minimum of 10 years of work experience, including Big Four Audit Manager or other public accounting as well as industry experience.
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field required.
- CPA certification is preferred but not required.
- A client services delivery orientation, relationship building experience, and drive to participate in business development initiatives.
- Exceptional interpersonal and the ability to gain the confidence and respect of senior executives and team members.
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
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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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What We Do
CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, outsourcing, audit, tax, and consulting services. With more than 7,000 people, 120 U.S. locations and a global affiliation, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com.
