Senior SALT Tax Consultant — Multistate Impact & Growth

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in California is seeking a Sales Tax Consulting Senior to join our State & Local Tax (SALT) practice. You will research multistate sales and use tax issues, lead compliance engagements, and communicate actionable insights to clients.

You will manage engagements from scoping through delivery, mentor associates, and collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated SALT solutions while leveraging technology to improve efficiency and client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant SALT tax experience.
• Experience in business consulting or services preferred.
• CPA eligibility 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 SALT 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 of SALT experience

CPA eligibility preferred

Education

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

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in California is seeking a Sales Tax Consulting Senior to join our State & Local Tax (SALT) practice. You will research multistate sales and use tax issues, lead compliance engagements, and communicate actionable insights to clients.

You will manage engagements from scoping through delivery, mentor associates, and collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated SALT solutions while leveraging technology to improve efficiency and client outcomes.