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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. With more than 9,000 people, 120 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.Our 600 state and local government professionals serve more than 1,700 local, county, and state government agencies. The public sector has been a primary focus for us for more than 40 years. We understand the legislative changes, funding challenges, compliance responsibilities, and risk management duties that impact our state and local government clients. We work together as a team to provide stellar administrative and accounting services to these agencies and their customers.CLA is currently seeking a Senior to join our State and Local GovernmentCAAS (Client Accounting & Advisory Services) group in our Massachusetts offices.Job Responsibilities: Serve as the primary day-to-day accounting contact for state and local government clients.Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate client deliverables.Coordinate and review complex account reconciliations, including cash, receivables, grant activity, etc.Provide advisory support related to budgeting, forecasting, financial management, internal controls, and process improvement initiatives.Assist clients with annual audits by preparing workpapers, schedules, and supporting documentation, and serving as a liaison with external auditors.Support grant compliance, federal and state reporting requirements, and other regulatory obligations.Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes through technology, automation, and best practices.Mentor, coach, and review the work of associates and analysts while promoting professional development.Build strong client relationships through proactive communication, responsiveness, and trusted business advisory services.Job Requirements: 2 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience is required.Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of related experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.Experience in UMAS accounting is highly preferredComfortable in fast paced environment and skilled in multitasking.Strong desire to deliver impeccable client service.Passionate about problem solving.Constant curiosity and desire to learn.Ability to travel to local client sites as needed.CPA and/or CGA certification preferred but not requireOur 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 wage range for this position in Massachusetts is: $79,000.00- $128,000.00#LI - Pk1Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesClick here to learn about your hiring rights.Wellness at CLATo 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.To view a complete list of benefits, click here.SummaryLocation: Quincy, MA; Boston, MA; Andover, MA; Worcester, MAType: Full time

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