Senior International Tax Leader – Client Advisory & Growth

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) seeks an experienced International Tax Services Principal to join our National Tax Office and ITS practice. This leadership role advises clients on complex international tax matters, drives business development, and mentors high-performing professionals across the firm.

The role offers flexibility and may be based in any CLA office nationwide, with a focus on leading client engagements and advancing cross-border tax strategies.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required.
• CPA required (EA or JD may be accepted in lieu of CPA certification).
• Deep technical knowledge of international tax, foreign and US tax law.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on complex international tax matters.
• Manage client relationships and engagement metrics.
• Strengthen existing client relationships and cross-sell CLA services.
• Consult on international business challenges including cross-border transactions.
• Maintain current knowledge of foreign and US tax laws.
• Excel at engagement management and operational excellence.
• Research client international tax issues and apply solutions across planning areas.

Skills

International tax

US tax law

Engagement management

Business development

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

CPA

EA or JD accepted in lieu of CPA

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) seeks an experienced International Tax Services Principal to join our National Tax Office and ITS practice. This leadership role advises clients on complex international tax matters, drives business development, and mentors high-performing professionals across the firm.

The role offers flexibility and may be based in any CLA office nationwide, with a focus on leading client engagements and advancing cross-border tax strategies.