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Senior Accountant - State & Local Government

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP · Quincy, Massachusetts · On-site

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Pay$79k to $128k a year
LevelSenior · Accounting
Work modeOn-site
CPA exam supportNot mentioned
CPA licenseEligible or in progress
Experience2 years+
PostedSep 15, 2026
Found by usSep 28, 2026
Last checkedOct 8, 2026

Quick look

Act as the primary day to day accounting contact for state and local government clients and manage multiple engagements.

A few years in, CPA in progress

Worth knowing: Experience in UMAS accounting is highly preferred

From the posting

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 Government CAAS (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.

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