Tax Principal or Signing Director

Tax Principal or Signing Director

About the role

CLA is a leading national professional services firm with a mission to create opportunities for clients, employees, and communities through various services including wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of tax and industry professionals to deliver tax compliance and consulting services.
• Mentor the team to understand and help their clients by developing a deep understanding of their businesses.
• Deliver the firm’s services to fully meet client’s needs.
• 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.
• Stay updated on tax law changes.
• Actively develop new business and expand services to existing clients.
• Demonstrate commitment to the firm through a willingness to invest time in the practice.

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.
• Deep knowledge in business tax with a focus on heavy construction.

Compensation

The compensation range for this position in Minnesota is $130,000 to $400,000. CLA is committed to equal opportunity employment and offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more.