Kristen Crouchelli, CPA
Outsourcing CFO at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)
Professional Overview
Kristen Crouchelli is an experienced Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a strong background in outsourced CFO services, nonprofit accounting, and financial management. As the Outsourcing CFO at CLA, she leverages her expertise to provide strategic financial guidance and operational support to a diverse range of clients.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Outsourcing CFO at CLA, Kristen is responsible for overseeing the financial operations and strategic decision-making for her clients. She works closely with business owners and nonprofit leaders to analyze financial data, develop budgets and forecasts, and implement effective accounting and reporting systems. Kristen's ability to translate complex financial information into actionable insights has enabled her clients to make informed decisions and drive organizational growth.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Kristen was an Audit Senior Manager in the Nonprofit and Social Services Group at Sobel & Co., LLC, where she demonstrated her expertise in financial statement audits, compliance reviews, and internal control assessments. She has also held the position of Controller at Eva's Village, a nonprofit organization focused on addressing the needs of the homeless and underprivileged, where she was instrumental in improving financial reporting and implementing cost-saving measures.
Kristen began her career as an Account Processor at Hanson & Ryan Ins. Inc. and later joined Dorfman Abrams Music, LLC as a Senior, gaining valuable experience in various aspects of accounting and financial management.
Academic Background
Kristen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and is committed to ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date with industry best practices and regulatory changes.
Areas of Expertise
- Outsourced CFO services
- Nonprofit accounting and financial management
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Internal control assessments
- Compliance and regulatory guidance
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Kristen has demonstrated a track record of delivering tangible results for her clients. At Eva's Village, she implemented streamlined financial reporting processes that enabled the organization to make more informed decisions and improve its financial sustainability. As an Audit Senior Manager at Sobel & Co., LLC, Kristen's attention to detail and strategic insights helped her clients navigate complex regulatory and compliance requirements.
Conclusion
Kristen Crouchelli is a seasoned financial professional with a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen. Her ability to provide customized CFO-level services, combined with her deep understanding of the nonprofit and social services sectors, makes her a valuable asset to her clients at CLA. Kristen is committed to driving organizational success and is poised to continue making a meaningful impact in her role as an Outsourcing CFO.
