Senior Accounting Methods — Federal Tax Strategy Lead

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking a Senior – Accounting Methods to join our Federal Tax Strategies team in California. The role focuses on advising on accounting methods, tax strategies and seamless client service.

You’ll conduct research, collaborate on projects, and mentor staff while delivering valuable tax solutions. The position emphasizes integrity, urgency, and results, with growth opportunities within a collaborative and client-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2 years of relevant experience.
• Eligible to sit for CPA exam preferred.
• Experience in business services, public accounting or consulting preferred.
• Experience in accounting methods preferred.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Access preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consult on accounting methods-related issues including automatic and non-automatic accounting methods changes including overall methods, revenue & expense recognition, inventory, capitalization, cost recovery and accounting periods.
• Conduct research related to accounting methods tax issues to maintain and expand your knowledge base.
• Participate and collaborate in accounting methods projects, including client interviews, reviewing client data, preparing calculations, analysis, and preparing supporting tax form filings.
• Collaborate with managers, directors and principals, including industry leaders and other marketing and business personnel throughout the Firm.
• Coach or mentor staff to assist with enhancing their skills and further developing their career.
• Demonstrate ability to contribute to multiple projects simultaneously in an effective and reliable manner.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication at all levels

Problem solving

Integrity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA exam eligible preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access)

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking a Senior – Accounting Methods to join our Federal Tax Strategies team in California. The role focuses on advising on accounting methods, tax strategies and seamless client service.

You’ll conduct research, collaborate on projects, and mentor staff while delivering valuable tax solutions. The position emphasizes integrity, urgency, and results, with growth opportunities within a collaborative and client-focused culture.