Senior SALT Sales Tax Consultant - Multistate Expert

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, 401k benefits

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Sales Tax Consulting Senior to join our State & Local Tax (SALT) practice. You will research and advise on multistate sales and use tax issues, lead compliance engagements, and identify tax savings opportunities.

You will manage engagements from scoping to delivery, mentor associates, and collaborate across CLA service lines to deliver integrated SALT solutions and a best‑in‑class client experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 2+ years' of relevant experience required.
• Experience in business consulting or services preferred.
• CPA eligible preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and advise on multistate sales and use tax issues, including nexus, taxability, and exemptions to minimize client exposure.
• Lead and support compliance engagements — return preparation, voluntary disclosure agreements, and audit defense across multiple jurisdictions.
• Identify tax savings opportunities and communicate actionable insights to clients in clear, business-friendly language.
• Manage engagements from scoping through delivery, with increasing ownership of timelines, budgets, and client relationships.
• Partner across CLA service lines — income tax, property tax, credits & incentives — to deliver integrated solutions.
• Leverage technology and automation to drive efficiency, accuracy, and a best‑in‑class client experience.
• Grow your expertise through CLA's SALT training programs, hands‑on client work, and exposure to complex multistate issues.
• Mentor associates and interns, helping build a high-performing, collaborative SALT team.

Skills

2+ years experience

Business consulting

Education

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

Tools

CPA eligible

Job description

CLA is seeking a Sales Tax Consulting Senior to join our State & Local Tax (SALT) practice. You will research and advise on multistate sales and use tax issues, lead compliance engagements, and identify tax savings opportunities.

You will manage engagements from scoping to delivery, mentor associates, and collaborate across CLA service lines to deliver integrated SALT solutions and a best‑in‑class client experience.