Senior SALT Tax Consultant — Lead Multistate Advisory

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Sales Tax Consulting Senior to join our State & Local Tax practice. You will research and advise on multistate sales and use tax issues while leading compliance engagements and driving tax savings opportunities for diverse clients.

In this senior role, you will manage engagements from scoping to delivery, collaborate across CLA service lines, and mentor associates to build a strong SALT team. The position emphasizes technology-driven efficiency and client communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 2+ years' of relevant experience in SALT or tax consulting 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 to deliver integrated SALT solutions.
• Leverage technology and automation to drive efficiency, accuracy, and a best-in-class client experience.
• Grow expertise through CLA SALT training programs and exposure to complex multistate issues.
• Mentor associates and interns, helping build a high-performing, collaborative SALT team.

Skills

Sales Tax

Consulting

Client communication

Mentoring

Education

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

Job description

CLA is seeking a Sales Tax Consulting Senior to join our State & Local Tax practice. You will research and advise on multistate sales and use tax issues while leading compliance engagements and driving tax savings opportunities for diverse clients.

In this senior role, you will manage engagements from scoping to delivery, collaborate across CLA service lines, and mentor associates to build a strong SALT team. The position emphasizes technology-driven efficiency and client communication.