Tax Principal or Signing Director - Atlanta

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

CLA is seeking a Tax Principal or Signing Director for its Atlanta Private Industry Tax Team, focusing on S-Corps, Partnerships, and Individuals. The role contributes at the highest level in the industry through client advisory, service advocacy, relationship development, and leadership. The position leads tax and industry professionals in delivering tax compliance and consulting services, takes full responsibility for client services within a book of business, and develops new business and expands services for existing clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, or a related field.
Current CPA licensure required; a JD or EA may be accepted in lieu of a CPA.
10+ years of public accounting experience in a tax role with a public accounting and/or professional services firm.

Responsibilities

Lead tax and industry professionals in delivering tax compliance and consulting services, mentoring team members and developing a deep understanding of clients’ businesses and needs.
Assume full responsibility for all services for clients in a book of business.
Develop new business and expand services to existing clients.
Review and sign engagement letters; discuss assignment nature and terms with clients and staff; and approve fees.
Review and approve staff-prepared work papers and tax returns.
Review and sign client deliverables.
Keep current on tax law changes.
Demonstrate commitment to the firm through a willingness to devote time to the practice.