Senior Accounting Methods – Tax Strategy Specialist

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

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Senior – Accounting Methods to join our Federal Tax Strategies team in California. You will consult on accounting methods-related changes, conduct research, and collaborate on projects with managers and clients, delivering precise calculations and filings.

This role demands integrity, strong communication, and urgency in a fast-paced professional services environment. The position offers growth, flexibility, and a collaborative culture at a top-10 national firm known for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Eligible to sit for CPA exam preferred.
• Experience in business services, public accounting or consulting preferred.
• Experience in accounting methods preferred.
• Proficient in 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.

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

CLA is seeking a Senior – Accounting Methods to join our Federal Tax Strategies team in California. You will consult on accounting methods-related changes, conduct research, and collaborate on projects with managers and clients, delivering precise calculations and filings.

This role demands integrity, strong communication, and urgency in a fast-paced professional services environment. The position offers growth, flexibility, and a collaborative culture at a top-10 national firm known for