Accounting

Company Snapshot

• Year Founded: 2012 (formed via merger of Clifton Gunderson LLP and LarsonAllen LLP)
• Headquarters Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota and Milwaukee, Wisconsin (dual heritage)
• Ownership: Private partnership
• Key Executives: Jen Leary, CEO
• Number of Locations: Over 130 U.S. offices; 5,000–10,000 employees
• Public Contact: 1-888-529-2648, info@claconnect.com (sourced from official site)

Company Overview

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP) is one of the largest accounting and consulting firms in the United States, providing integrated audit, tax, outsourcing, and consulting services to a wide spectrum of business clients, including franchise systems. Their mission focuses on creating opportunities for clients and communities through industry-specific expertise and collaborative client service.

Services Offered

• Audit, review, and compilation of financial statements, including franchise compliance audits
• Tax planning, compliance, and advisory services tailored to multi-location businesses
• Outsourced accounting, controller, and CFO services—ideal for franchisors/franchisees scaling operations
• Strategic consulting, operational improvement, information security, and risk management relevant to franchise growth and sustainability

Value Proposition

• Industry Specialization: Broad experience serving QSR, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, non-profit, and more—enabling support for franchise concepts across diverse sectors.
• Key Benefits:
  • Offers scalable outsourced accounting and back-office support for rapid expansion and improved efficiency.
  • Delivers franchise-specific audit, tax, and reporting solutions, helping ensure compliance and accurate royalty calculations.
  • Provides tailored advisory to enhance profitability, mitigate risks, and optimize unit-level performance.
• Franchise Expertise: Extensive experience is noted with multi-unit and franchise organizations; published thought leadership and ongoing sector education signal a strong understanding of franchise needs (e.g., royalty audits, benchmarking, and multi-unit accounting best practices).