At CLA we create inspired careers.

We recognize that each inspired career journey is different. That's why CLA exists, to create opportunities. We promise to know you and help you.

We are seeking Accountants for our Phoenix, AZ office.

Are you excited to work on an inclusive team doing impactful work for clients? Do you enjoy pushing yourself and working independently, determined to find the right answer? Do you enjoy collaborating with and helping others? If your answer to any of these questions is "YES", then apply to our Accountant position at CLA!

As an Accountant, you will be responsible for providing accounting services across a broad spectrum of industries and service areas. You'll utilize your accounting educational background to provide excellent client service and help our clients reach their goals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform a variety of tax accounting services such as account reconciliations, preparation of workpapers, paperless conversions, and tax return preparation.
• Ability to identify and research client issues that arise.
• Handle routine client tax questions and work with clients to collect necessary information for tax return completion and compliance.
• Interface with client personnel to review and apply accounting and tax principles.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred, but not required. Prior accounting experience will be considered as an equivalent as being enrolled in a 2 year degree program.
• Exemplify our CLA values - curious, collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and reliable.
• Passion for doing impactful work, accountability for actions, initiative to make visions a reality, integrity that places honesty and trust above all else, professionalism, and conscientiousness.
• Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and/or regulations impacting each engagement or project and reporting of financial data.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products.

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CLA exists to create opportunities for our people, our clients, and our communities. We are a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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