Manager/Director - National Accounting for Income Taxes

CliftonLarsonAllen•Denver, CO

About The Position

CLA is a national professional services firm providing wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. The firm is seeking an experienced Manager/Director to join its National Accounting for Income Taxes team. The role offers growth, flexibility, and a collaborative work environment. The position requires strong interpersonal communication, problem-solving, creative thinking, sound judgment, integrity, dependability, urgency, and a results-oriented approach. The role serves clients in a high-impact manner, demonstrates command of a major specialization, and applies deep technical skills and general industry knowledge. It drives the global tax provision process, coordinates with specialists, leads engagement teams, manages client relationships and engagement metrics, and supports business development. Travel is expected to be 0%–10%. The compensation range varies by location: California $120,000–$258,000; Colorado $143,000–$232,000; Illinois $131,000–$232,000; Maryland $154,000–$249,000; Massachusetts $154,000–$249,000; Minnesota $131,000–$224,000; New Jersey $165,000–$249,000; New York $171,000–$258,000; Virginia $165,000–$249,000; and Washington $143,000–$241,000. CLA offers comprehensive benefit options supporting physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 6 years of relevant experience.
CPA certification; an EA or JD may be accepted in lieu of CPA certification.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels.
Strong problem-solving and creative skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgment.
High level of integrity and dependability, with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a tax role with a public accounting and/or professional services firm.
Deep knowledge of FASB Subtopic ASC 740 and/or International Accounting Standard 12 – Income Taxes.
Experience with ONESOURCE Tax Provision (OTP) or similar provision software.
Deep background in U.S. corporate tax compliance and a high-level understanding of U.S. international tax concepts.
Management experience demonstrating organizational skills to plan, budget, and manage highly skilled teams across the country.
Experience mentoring and developing associates and seniors from technical and career perspectives.

Responsibilities

Serve clients in a high-impact manner, demonstrating command of a major area of specialization.
Demonstrate deep technical skills and general industry knowledge.
Excel at engagement management and operational excellence.
Drive the global tax provision process and coordinate with specialists.
Lead engagement teams and provide technical instruction.
Manage client relationships and engagement metrics.
Coordinate staffing with peers.
Assist with business development opportunities.