Controller – State & Local Government

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

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

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeTampa • Florida • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and accounting practices, with a strong focus on compliance with federal and state regulations. Proven ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and manage financial performance metrics.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Financial PlanningBudget AdministrationAccounting Software ProficiencyState & Local Government ExperienceCPA Certification

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement PreparationBudgetingCash ManagementCredit ManagementProcurement EvaluationKPI MonitoringRegulatory ReportingInvestment ActivitiesAccounting Technical KnowledgeFinancial Analysis

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipPerformance EvaluationAdvisory SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Accounting Software Packages

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

State & Local GovernmentAccounting StandardsFinancial ObjectivesOrganizational PoliciesFinancial Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting
Coordinate and direct financial planning, budgeting, procurements, or investment activities
Prepare financial information
Prepare or direct preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, budgets, and regulatory reports
Evaluate procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make recommendations
Monitor ratios and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Monitor and evaluate accounting and financial staff performance, recommending and implementing actions
Advise management on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions
Communicate with boards, bankers, investors, and constituents
Prepare for and/or host board presentations
Provide accounting, finance, and treasury services to local towns, cities, and school districts

Requirements

What you’ll need

7 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience required
Relevant experience in State & Local Government highly preferred
Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or related field
A combination of education, training and relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
CPA preferred but not required
Knowledge of client organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards
Thorough working knowledge of accounting software packages
Accounting technical knowledge related to the industry
May be required to work at client locations or in the office depending on project needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Comprehensive benefit options supporting physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being
Hybrid and flexible working environment
Collaborative and supportive workplace culture