Tax Principal - Oil & Gas - North Texas

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

CLA is seeking a Tax Principal or Signing Director to support their Oil & Gas clients in the Texas region. This role is a senior-level position focused on client advisory, service advocacy, relationship development, and leadership within the industry. The individual will contribute at the highest level, leading teams and ensuring client needs are met through a deep understanding of their businesses.

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).
8+ 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.
Actively develop new business and expand services to existing clients.
Review and sign engagement letters, discuss the nature and terms of assignments with clients and staff, and approve fees.
Review and approve work papers and tax returns prepared by staff.
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.