CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Tax Manager or Director

Posted 5 Days Ago

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8 Locations

In-Office

116K-187K Annually

Senior level

Consulting

The Role

Manage tax engagements, advise clients on succession and tax planning, review complex individual and corporate tax returns, supervise tax procedures, and develop team members. The role also involves scheduling engagements, solving client issues, building business opportunities, and participating in industry events and training. Candidates should have public accounting experience, an accounting or related degree, and an active CPA, JD, or EA credential.

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.

About the role:

CLA is looking to hire Tax Manager or Director for our growing Northeast Tax practice. Locations include : Boston, MA, Andover MA, New Bedford, MA, Quincy, MA, Worcester, MA, Cranston, RI, Shelton, CT, and West Hartford, CT.

As a Tax Director/Manager You Will

Consult with clients on business processes such as succession and tax planning.
Lead, schedule, supervise, and review tax engagements.
Develop and train team members to help them build inspired careers.
Foster and build opportunities for our clients, communities, and people.
Become an industry professional and attend industry-leading events and trainings.
Perform a range of tax procedures in accordance with the size and complexity of the engagement.
Review complex individual and corporate tax returns.

As Our Ideal Candidate

6 years of experience in a large professional services or public accounting firm, driving strategic management.
10+ years experience highly preferred.
You have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
You have an active CPA certification. A JD or EA may be accepted in place of a CPA certification.
You are looking for a firm that will support and foster your aspiring career goals.
You jump at the chance to help others, and you’re ready to join a team of high-performing people.
You have a knack for solving issues and confidently bring solutions to the table.
You love public accounting and Corporate Tax!

Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.
The compensation range for this position in Massachusetts is: $116,000.00 – $187,000.00.

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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

At least 6 years of experience in a large professional services or public accounting firm
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
Active CPA certification, or JD or EA accepted in place of CPA
10 or more years of experience
Experience with corporate tax and public accounting

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.