Tax Principal Or Signing Director

CLA

Northern California, US
Base: $165,000 - $400,000; bonus/equity: not speci...
Not specified
Lead tax and industry professionals team
Review and sign engagement letters
Approve fees and tax returns
CLA, a top 10 national professional services firm, is seeking a Tax Principal or Signing Director for their Northern California offices. The role requires extensive experience in public accounting and focuses on client advisory, team leadership, and business development

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a team of tax professionals to deliver compliance and consulting services while mentoring staff to deeply understand client businesses.
  • Candidates must assume full responsibility for their book of business, including reviewing work papers, signing deliverables, and approving fees.
  • CLA offers competitive compensation ranging from $165,000 to $400,000 in California along with flexible PTO and comprehensive health benefits.

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CLA, a top 10 national professional services firm, is seeking a Tax Principal or Signing Director for their Northern California offices. The role requires extensive experience in public accounting and focuses on client advisory, team leadership, and business development.

Salary

Base: $165,000 - $400,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Flexible PTO, 12 weeks paid parental leave, mental health coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead tax and industry professionals team
  • Review and sign engagement letters
  • Approve fees and tax returns
  • Develop new business opportunities
  • Keep current on tax law changes

Nice-to-have

  • Deep partnership tax knowledge
  • Mentoring staff to understand clients
  • Commitment to firm practice growth
  • Flexible PTO and wellness benefits

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in accounting or taxation
  • Current CPA licensure required (JD or EA accepted)
  • 10+ years of public accounting experience in tax
  • Deep partnership tax knowledge

Work Rights

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