Senior Accounting Methods – Tax Strategy Specialist

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Senior – Accounting Methods to join our Federal Tax Strategies team in Tempe, AZ. You will consult on accounting methods changes, perform calculations, research tax issues, and collaborate across the firm on client projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, has at least two years of relevant experience, CPA exam is preferred, and is proficient with Word, Excel and Access.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 2 years of relevant experience required.
• 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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Integrity

Results orientation

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access)

Job description

CLA is seeking a Senior – Accounting Methods to join our Federal Tax Strategies team in Tempe, AZ. You will consult on accounting methods changes, perform calculations, research tax issues, and collaborate across the firm on client projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, has at least two years of relevant experience, CPA exam is preferred, and is proficient with Word, Excel and Access.