Accounting Methods Manager/Director — Tax Strategy Leader

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401k

Wellness program

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Manager/Director – Accounting Methods to join our Federal Tax Strategies team in Portland, OR. You will consult on accounting methods issues, conduct research, and lead method-change projects with clients, colleagues, and senior leadership.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, CPA, and about 6 years in a large firm. The role emphasizes integrity, urgency, and results, with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA required (Juris Doctorate or Enrolled Agent may be accepted in lieu of CPA).
• 6 years of experience in a large professional services or public accounting firm, driving strategic management required.

Responsibilities

• Consult on accounting methods-related issues including changes in overall methods, revenue & expense recognition, inventory, capitalization, cost recovery and accounting periods.
• Display solid verbal and written communication skills with the ability to evaluate and articulate complex information.
• Conduct research related to accounting methods tax issues to maintain and expand your knowledge base.
• Participate in accounting methods projects, including client interviews, reviewing client data, preparing calculations, analysis, and supporting tax form filings.
• Assist with researching and drafting method changes, responses to IRS inquiries, ruling requests and writing memoranda.
• Collaborate with managers, directors and principals across the Firm.
• Coach or mentor staff to enhance their skills and career development.
• Contribute to multiple projects simultaneously in a reliable manner.

Skills

Accounting methods

CPA

Communication

Research

Mentoring

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

CLA is seeking a Manager/Director – Accounting Methods to join our Federal Tax Strategies team in Portland, OR. You will consult on accounting methods issues, conduct research, and lead method-change projects with clients, colleagues, and senior leadership.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, CPA, and about 6 years in a large firm. The role emphasizes integrity, urgency, and results, with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.