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Controller- Client Accounting & Advisory Services

Bowers CPA's & Advisors
Ithaca, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 2/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/24/2026

Bowers Overview:

At Bowers Accountants & Advisors, we believe that great business decisions are powered by understanding the numbers behind the business. Our Client Accounting and Advisory services (CAAS) are built to provide modern, dynamic solutions for businesses that want to thrive. As a proud member of the AICPA’s G400, encompassing the Top 300 Firms nationally, we maintain a robust reputation grounded in integrity. As a forward-thinking Not your typical CPA firm. We have offices in Syracuse, Rochester, Watertown, and Ithaca, New York.

We blend accounting expertise at all levels within a corporate structure with a deep understanding of our clients’ business, making Bowers the trusted partner for clients looking for an outsourced solution to their accounting needs. Our team is driven by a passion for helping clients grow, streamline operations, and meet their goals through smarter, data-driven decisions.

Job Summary:

Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) services include full-service CFO Advisory Services, Controller, bookkeeping, vendor bill processing and payment, customer invoicing, payroll processing and tax reporting, and sales tax preparation. If you’re ready to be part of a team that’s focused on delivering practical, high-impact solutions, we’d love to talk to you. Here, you’ll collaborate with innovative thinkers and help businesses make the most of their financial and accounting opportunities. In this role, you will be a member of our CAAS group accountable for providing controller-level accounting services, including month-end review and closing of financial records, budgets, and forecasts, and financial reporting and analysis.

Flexibility in the workplace.

Requirements:

  • Oversee and manage responsibilities of assigned CAAS transactional staff
  • Ensure completeness and accuracy of all transaction processing performed by CAAS transaction staff
  • Perform monthly accounting reconciliations of bank and general ledger accounts for assigned clients
  • Manage month-end close for assigned clients
  • Assist with the development of financial budgets
  • Prepare and analyze financial reporting
  • Assist in preparing proposals for CAAS services

Qualifications:

  • B.S. degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in accounting with 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Experience with QuickBooks preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent communicator
  • Must have a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
  • Able to manage priorities and workflow
  • Commitment to excellence and high standards

Salary: $80,000.00- $100,000.00

Benefits: We offer tremendous growth and development opportunities, flexible work schedules, and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to include, Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term Disability, 401k, Paid Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, Work-Life Balance Culture, Work Flexibility and More!

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Salary : $80,000 - $100,000

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