Tax Manager or Director, Iowa - Missouri

CliftonLarsonAllen; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

CLA, a top national professional services firm, seeks a Tax Director/Manager to join our growing Tax practice in Iowa, with locations including Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, plus Kansas City. You will lead client engagements, provide tax planning, and develop the team.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in a large firm, a bachelor's in accounting or finance, and active CPA certification (JD/EA may be considered). You excel at solving complex tax issues and delivering value to clients and the firm.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in a large professional services or public accounting firm.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Active CPA certification. JD or EA may be accepted in place of a CPA.
• Interest in joining a team that supports aspiring careers and problem solving.
• Passion for public accounting and Corporate Tax.

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 in accordance with the size and complexity of the engagement.
• Review complex individual and corporate tax returns.

Skills

Tax planning

Leadership

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Job description

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.

CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.

About the role:

CLA is looking to hire a Tax Manager or Director for our growing Tax practice. Locations include Iowa (Cedar Rapids or Des Moines) and Kansas City, Missouri.

As a Tax Director/Manager You Will

• 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 in accordance with the size and complexity of the engagement.
• Review complex individual and corporate tax returns.

As Our Ideal Candidate

• 6 years of experience in a large professional services or public accounting firm, driving strategic management.
• You have a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• You have an active CPA certification. A JD or EA may be accepted in place of a CPA certification.
• You are looking for a firm that will support and foster your aspiring career goals.
• You jump at the chance to help others, and you're ready to join a team of high-performing people.
• You have a knack for solving issues and confidently bring solutions to the table.
• You love public accounting and Corporate Tax!

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Wellness at CLA

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.