Tax Principal

Join to apply for the Tax Principal role at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Tax Principal role at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.Our PerksFlexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)Up to 12 weeks paid parental leavePaid Volunteer Time OffMental health coverageQuarterly Wellness stipendFertility benefitsComplete list of benefits hereCLA is currently seeking a Tax Principal or Signing Director to join our **Raleigh or Charlotte office. The Principal/Signing Director contributes at the highest level in their industry and excels at client advisory, service advocacy, relationship development, and leadership.How You'll Create Opportunities In This Tax Principal RoleLead a team of tax and industry professionals to deliver tax compliance and consulting services, including mentoring the team to get to know and help their clients by developing a deep understanding of their businesses and delivering the firm’s services to fully meet client’s 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, 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.Actively develop new business and expand services to existing clients.Demonstrate commitment to the firm through a willingness to devote time to the practice.What You Will NeedBachelor’s or master’s in accounting, Taxation or related fieldCurrent 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 firmThis is an onsite position in our Raleigh or Charlotte office. We offer a comprehensive relocation package to candidates willing to relocate to our Raleigh or Charlotte office fulltime. This is not a remote or hybrid position.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesClick here to learn about your hiring rights.Wellness at CLATo support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.To view a complete list of benefits click here.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionAccounting/Auditing and FinanceIndustriesAccountingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) by 2xGet notified about new Tax Principal jobs in Atlanta, GA.Tax Director - Restaurant, Franchise & HospitalityTax Director - Private Client Services HNWAtlanta, GA $120,000.00-$250,000.00 2 days agoSandy Springs, GA $85,000.00-$95,000.00 1 day agoPrincipal, Sales and Use Tax Consulting - Southeastern U.S.Atlanta, GA $90,000.00-$95,000.00 3 weeks agoAtlanta, GA $95,000.00-$130,000.00 6 days agoTax Director - Financial Services State and Local Tax (SALT)Atlanta, GA $120,000.00-$250,000.00 7 hours agoTax Accounting and Reporting Supervisor | 20ETax Accounting and Reporting Supervisor | 20ESenior Tax Manager, Mergers & AcquisitionsAtlanta, GA $125,000.00-$275,000.00 1 week agoSenior Tax Manager - Restaurant, Franchise & HospitalityAtlanta, GA $125,000.00-$220,000.00 1 week agoMergers and Acquisition Partnership Tax, Senior ManagerAtlanta, GA $124,000.00-$335,000.00 4 days agoSenior Tax Manager - National Office (JD Required)Atlanta, GA $120,000.00-$270,000.00 2 weeks agoRemote Tax Senior/Supervisor - Tiny Exp. in Audit a Big Plus!Atlanta, GA $75,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks agoTax Senior Manager, State and Local Tax - Credits & IncentivesAtlanta, GA $99,750.00-$262,500.00 1 week agoCorporate Tax Senior Manager (Tax Provisions)FY26 - Financial Services - Global Compliance and Reporting - Real Estate - Tax Senior ManagerAtlanta, GA $147,400.00-$336,800.00 6 days agoFY26 - Financial Services - Global Compliance and Reporting - Real Estate - Tax Senior ManagerTax Technology and Transformation - SAP Tax Integration - Senior ManagerAtlanta, GA $148,100.00-$338,400.00 1 week agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17