A Client Engagement Manager builds and maintains client relations. Works for a vendor organization and has ultimate responsibility for a client's entire experience with that vendor. May have a portfolio of clients and be accountable for the revenue, profitability and success of those customer relationships.
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 Fertility benefits CLA is currently seeking an Assurance Signing Director to join our State & Local Govt team in West Hartford. The role contributes at the highest level in their industry and excels at client advisory, service advocacy, relationship development, and leadership. How you'll create opportunities in this role: Manage and develop relationships with great clients. Assume full responsibility for all services for clients in a book of business. Review and sign engagement letters, discuss the nature and terms of assignments with clients and staff, and approve fees. Review and approve work papers prepared by staff. Periodically review engagement progress to determine whether all phases of the engagement are being carried out properly. Review time budgets and deadlines, provide ongoing attention to client's management, and attend final client meetings. Communicate with managers and staff regarding engagement status, client problems, findings, and recommendations. Assist clients in obtaining necessary funding to continue to positively impact their community. Assist clients with meeting their audit and financial planning objectives by using a range of tools. Be creative with staff development, mentoring, and overseeing client engagement teams. Lead the engagement progress by monitoring time budgets and deadlines for adherence.
What you will need:
You have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. You have a minimum of 8+ years of public accounting experience with emphasis in financial statement preparation and audits. CPA license is required. #LI-CG1 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Click here to learn about your hiring rights. 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. Start your inspired career When you join CLA, you'll have the opportunity to design your own inspired career. Career growth is about having new experiences and lots of exposure to different roles that stretch your comfort zone, expand your skills, and shape you as a leader. It's not so much about climbing a ladder or acquiring new titles — it's the discovery of your strengths and the outer reaches of your true potential. At CLA, you have the freedom to explore many opportunities, including your choice of industry specialization, service capability, career path, and mobility. Watch our video to see why people join CLA. About CLA CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, more than 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor. Wellness at CLA Wellness is shaped by our promise to know you and help you. We create opportunities for our people to live well and be happy by focusing on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being. Click here to learn more about CLA's benefit offerings. CLA is an equal opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Click here to learn about your hiring rights. If you require reasonable accommodation when completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact mypeoplesolutions@claconnect.com
