Senior Accounting Methods Leader — Tax Strategy

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401k plan

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Manager/Director – Accounting Methods to join our Federal Tax Strategies team in California, offering growth, flexibility and a collaborative environment.

The role focuses on accounting methods, tax strategies, Form 3115 filings, and coordinating with firm leadership. Requirements include a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, CPA, and 6+ years in a large firm.

Compensation ranges by state are provided; California range is $127,000–$213,000 with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA license 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.

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.
• 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 and collaborate in accounting methods projects, including client interviews, reviewing client data, preparing calculations, analysis, and preparing supporting tax form filings.
• Assist with researching and drafting automatic and non-automatic method changes, responses to IRS inquiries, IRS ruling requests and writing other technical memoranda.
• 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.

Education

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

CPA required

Tools

None

Job description

CLA is seeking a Manager/Director – Accounting Methods to join our Federal Tax Strategies team in California, offering growth, flexibility and a collaborative environment.

The role focuses on accounting methods, tax strategies, Form 3115 filings, and coordinating with firm leadership. Requirements include a Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, CPA, and 6+ years in a large firm.

Compensation ranges by state are provided; California range is $127,000–$213,000 with competitive benefits.