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CLA is looking to hire a Forecasting Assistant Controller for our growing CAAS team in Denver, CO.
Forecasting Controller Responsibilities:
Supervise and coordinate projects with forecast team members
Develop and maintain the integrity of forecasting models
Proactively analyze increasingly complicated bond transactions and assist staff with same
Flexibility to work through ever-evolving bond structures based on market demand
Document review and due diligence work
Research and summarize authoritative accounting and other professional literature
Prepare technically correct forecast and projection models
Develop complex Excel spreadsheets
Work collaboratively and proactively with external clients, finance professionals, and legal counsels
Timely responsiveness to requests for information from both internal team members and external colleagues
Ensure compliance with legal documents
Research client information using internal and public resources
Track and meet scheduled deadlines without supervision, and hold staff accountable with the same
Balance competing schedules, often with multiple conflicts and overlapping deadlines
Provide recommendations for alternative courses of action
Process information quickly and accurately
Anticipate and meet or exceed client expectations
Perform other special projects, as assigned
Forecasting Controller Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree.
4 years of relevant accounting and/or financial experience is required.
CPA preferred
Solid analytical and math aptitude
Advanced Excel and strong Word skills
Ability to learn new technology and programs
Ability to effectively research and summarize accounting and other professional literature
Highly self-motivated with a strong work ethic, the ability to work independently and exceptional project management skills targeted at meeting changing client deadlines
Flexibility regarding changing schedules and project priorities
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Well-organized and attentive to detail
Timely responsiveness to requests
One or more of the following a plus: knowledge of Colorado and Utah property taxation; familiarity with municipal bond transactions; knowledge of Colorado Special Districts and Utah Public Infrastructure Districts; previous experience in public finance
Compensation strategy statement
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. These same factors may cause starting pay to be below or above the posted range.
For Colorado, the range for this position is $86,000 to $142,000.
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.
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