CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Experienced Tax Associate

Posted One Month Ago

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4 Locations

In-Office

Junior

Consulting

The Role

Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other income tax returns; conducts tax research; answers routine client questions; collects information for compliance; completes special tax projects; and helps clients resolve complex tax issues.

Summary Generated by Built In

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.

CLA is looking to hire an Experienced Tax Associate to join our group in our Albuquerque, NM or Phoenix/Tucson, AZ offices!

As a Tax Associate, you will:

Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of income tax returns, as well as performing limited tax research with guidance
Handles routine client tax questions and works with clients to collect necessary information for tax return completion and compliance
Have the ability to prepare simple tax returns.
Completes tax related research and special projects as needed.
Work with many great clients to help them resolve complex issues and get results.

What you will need:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
CPA eligibility preferred
1 year of relevant experience preferred (prior experience via internship(s) may be acceptable)
You are looking for a firm that will support and foster your aspiring career goals.
You have a knack for solving issues and confidently bring solutions to the table.

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Wellness at CLA

To 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.

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Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA eligibility
One year of relevant experience; internship experience may be acceptable
Ability to prepare simple tax returns
Problem-solving ability and confidence presenting solutions

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness resources are positioned as a differentiator, including a recurring wellness stipend and expanded mental-health support options. Flexible work arrangements such as work-from-home and flex time are also framed as meaningful non-cash rewards.
Parental & Family Support — Family-building support is broad, including paid parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits. Additional programs like support for nursing parents who travel further strengthen the family benefits set.
Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) match and profit sharing, with vesting time reportedly reduced in recent updates. This provides a clearer long-term value component beyond base pay.