Tax Associate – CPA Track, Training & Client Impact

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Portland (OR)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Lake Oswego and Portland seeks Tax Associates beginning January 2027. You will prepare individual, corporate, partnership, and other tax returns while gaining experience with processes, work papers, and systems.

You will support multiple client engagements, communicate progress to clients and CLA family members, and expand industry knowledge through training opportunities. The anticipated start date is January 2027; CLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; CPA eligibility per state requirements.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.
Willingness to learn new technologies.
Proficient with MS Windows and MS Office products.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.
Gains experience, exposure, and knowledge of procedures, workpapers and systems.
Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget, identifying issues and communicating progress.
Expands industry knowledge, through greater exposure to peers, clients, and formal training opportunities.
Completes research and special projects as needed.
Communicates effectively with clients and CLA family members on a regular basis.