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Client Relationship Leader

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.

About the role:

CLA is looking to hire a Client Relationship Leader for our growing CAAS practice. CAAS provides customized accounting support on an interim and project basis for our clients – public, private and nonprofits ranging from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies. We are looking for someone who has the drive of a business owner, entrepreneurial spirit, and the desire to make a difference for our clients.

As a Client Relationship Leader, you will:

  • Expand existing client relationships as well as build your network to develop new relationships in the community.

  • Work closely with the Managing Principal and Outsourcing Client Service Team to drive business and service offerings.

  • Recognize opportunities, problem solve and close business, especially at strategically targeted accounts.

  • Implement a sales strategy for new account prospects, prepare client presentations, and attend local and regional networking events representing CLA.

  • Effectively project manage ongoing engagements to meet client needs.

  • Maintain business development targets and sales activities in CRM.

What you will need:

  • A minimum of 10 years of work experience, including Big Four Audit Manager or other public accounting as well as industry experience.

  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field required.

  • CPA certification is preferred but not required.

  • A client services delivery orientation, relationship building experience, and drive to participate in business development initiatives.

  • Exceptional interpersonal and the ability to gain the confidence and respect of senior executives and team members.

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

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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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