Tax Director/Manager: Lead Strategy & Client Growth

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking a Tax Director or Manager for our Greater Chicagoland Tax practice. The role focuses on consulting with clients on succession and tax planning, leading tax engagements, and mentoring teams to foster inspired careers.

You will develop opportunities for clients and communities, attend industry trainings, and perform tax procedures including wealth transfer and estate planning, while reviewing complex returns for individuals and corporations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of tax experience in a public accounting firm.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• CPA required; JD or EA may be accepted in place of CPA.
• Strong client advisory and tax planning capabilities.
• Proven leadership and mentoring ability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with clients.
• Ability to manage complex tax engagements.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients on business processes such as succession and tax planning.
• Lead, schedule, supervise, and review tax engagements.
• Develop and train team members to help them build inspired careers.
• Foster and build opportunities for our clients, communities, and people.
• Become an industry professional and attend industry-leading events and trainings.
• Perform a range of tax procedures including wealth transfer and estate planning.
• Review complex individual and corporate tax returns.

Skills

Tax planning

Team leadership

Review tax returns

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA Certification

JD or EA may be accepted in place of CPA

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking a Tax Director or Manager for our Greater Chicagoland Tax practice. The role focuses on consulting with clients on succession and tax planning, leading tax engagements, and mentoring teams to foster inspired careers.

You will develop opportunities for clients and communities, attend industry trainings, and perform tax procedures including wealth transfer and estate planning, while reviewing complex returns for individuals and corporations.