Tax Principal, Signing Director

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Tax Principal or Signing Director leading tax compliance, consulting, and partnership tax services at CLA, a national professional services firm. Managing client relationships, teams, deliverables, and business development.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeSacramento • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $165,000 - $400,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax compliance and consulting, with a strong focus on partnership tax knowledge and client relationship management. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor professionals, and drive business development in a public accounting environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CPA LicensurePublic Accounting ExperiencePartnership Tax KnowledgeClient Relationship ManagementTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Tax ComplianceTax ConsultingEngagement Letter ReviewWork Paper ReviewTax Return Review

Soft Skills

MentoringClient CommunicationBusiness Development

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAJDEA

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingTax Law ChangesProfessional ServicesClient Deliverables

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of tax and industry professionals delivering tax compliance and consulting services
Mentor team members and develop deep understanding of clients’ businesses
Assume full responsibility for all services for clients in a book of business
Review and sign engagement letters
Discuss assignment nature and terms with clients and staff
Approve fees
Review and approve work papers and tax returns prepared by staff
Review and sign client deliverables
Keep current on tax law changes
Develop new business and expand services to existing clients
Demonstrate commitment to the firm by devoting time to the practice

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, taxation, or related field
Current CPA licensure required; JD or EA may be accepted in lieu of CPA
10+ years of public accounting experience in a tax role with a public accounting and/or professional services firm
Deep partnership tax knowledge

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Comprehensive benefit options
Career growth opportunities
Exposure to different roles and experiences
Choice of industry specialization, service capability, career path, and mobility
Physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being support