Tax Principal, Signing Director

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Tax Principal or Signing Director leading compliance, consulting, and client growth for CLA, a national professional services firm. Managing tax teams across Eastern and Central Washington.

Posted 8/22/2026full-timeSpokane • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $400,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax compliance and consulting services, with a strong focus on client relationship management and team leadership. Holds a CPA certification and possesses extensive public accounting experience, particularly in Agriculture, Food and Beverage, or Real Estate sectors.

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Tax ComplianceClient Relationship ManagementTeam LeadershipCPA CertificationPublic Accounting Experience

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Hard Skills

Tax ConsultingTax Law KnowledgeEngagement Letter ReviewWork Paper ReviewTax Return Preparation

Soft Skills

MentoringBusiness DevelopmentClient Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAEAJD

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingProfessional ServicesAgricultureFood and BeverageReal Estate

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team of tax and industry professionals delivering tax compliance and consulting services
Mentor the team 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 and 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 through willingness to devote time to the practice

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
CPA required; EA or JD may be accepted in lieu of CPA certification
10+ years of public accounting experience in a tax role with a public accounting and/or professional services firm
Experience in Agriculture, Food and Beverage, or Real Estate is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Comprehensive benefit options supporting physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being
Competitive wages
Career growth opportunities