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Accounting Associate (CAAS - Higher Education Industry)

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Austin, TX, USA
54K-108K Annually
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In-Office
Austin, TX, USA
54K-108K Annually
Junior
The Accounting Associate will handle client accounts, process financial transactions, prepare month-end statements, and complete tax returns as needed.
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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. 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.

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

CLA is currently seeking an Associate to join our CAAS (Higher Education Industry) group in our King of Prussia PA, Minneapolis MN, Oak Brook IL, Dallas TX, Houston TX, Fort Worth TX, or Austin TX office.

Job Responsibilities:

 Client Service: Gains ability to handle multiple clients, software, and chart of accounts daily, weekly and monthly basis.

 Day to Day Transactions: Coordinates & processes accounts payable, cash disbursements, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and payroll.

 Month End Processing: Completes financial statements. Coordinates and completes account reconciliations (i.e. bank & credit card reconciliations, prepaids, accounts receivable, fixed assets, accounts payable, accruals.) Completes complex account reconciliations that have been previously set up and supported by Senior, Assistant Controller, Controller or CFO.

 Other Quarterly/Annual Processing: Completes sales tax returns, Form 1099s and other forms or items as requested by clients.

Job Requirements:

Accounting and financial experience is preferred.

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

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 wage range for this position in Minnesota is: $53,700 - 93,000

The wage range for this position in Illinois is: $63,200 - 108,000

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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.

To view a complete list of benefits click here.

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