Tax Principal or Signing Director - Northeast
About The Position
CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm dedicated to creating opportunities for clients, people, and communities through a wide range of services including wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing. With over 8,500 employees across 130 U.S. locations and a global reach, CLA emphasizes a culture that values diverse perspectives to better serve clients, communities, and each other. The firm is currently seeking a Tax Principal or Signing Director to join one of its Northeast offices. This role is a senior position focused on client advisory, service advocacy, relationship development, and leadership within the tax domain.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s in accounting, Taxation or related field
- Current CPA licensure required. (JD or EA may be accepted in lieu of CPA).
- 10+ years of public accounting experience in a tax role with a public accounting and/or professional services firm
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of tax and industry professionals to deliver tax compliance and consulting services.
- Mentor the team to develop a deep understanding of client businesses and deliver firm services to meet client needs.
- Assume full responsibility for all services for clients in a book of business.
- Review and sign engagement letters.
- Discuss the nature and terms of assignments with clients and staff.
- Approve fees.
- Review and approve work papers and tax returns prepared by staff.
- Review and sign client deliverables.
- Keep current on tax law changes.
- Actively develop new business and expand services to existing clients.
- Demonstrate commitment to the firm through a willingness to devote time to the practice.
Benefits
- health
- dental
- vision
- 401k
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
