Manager or Director - Sales & Use Tax

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. CLA is currently seeking a Manager/Director – Sales & Use Tax to join our State & Local Tax (SALT) practice.

How you'll create opportunities in this Manager/Director – Sales & Use Tax role: Working closely with State and Local Tax and National Leadership you will help drive SALT growth both internally and externally, with a focus on sales & use tax consulting projects, while identifying Seamless opportunities for CLA. Manage SALT sales & use tax projects while identifying opportunities for client growth, and risk mitigation in a myriad of projects including, but not limited to, nexus studies; restructuring opportunities; voluntary disclosure agreement proceedings; PL 86-282 studies; and return review for refund opportunities. Represent clients in negotiations with taxing authorities in connection with sales & use tax audits; state tax notices; Amnesty programs; voluntary disclosure agreement programs. Identify clients and targets for SALT’s sales & use tax compliance center and provide review support for sales & use tax return filings, on an as-needed basis. Develop staff (associates and senior associates) and continue to assist with growing and training the SALT team. Partner with Industry leaders and NTO to develop thought leadership for sales & use tax Serve as a resource to CLA’s national Transaction Tax Services team to consult from a SALT perspective on M&A deals. Meet with/build relationships with CRLs and industry leads to drive SALT growth and brand SALT internally and externally. Contribute to SALT’s growth plans and national growth network initiatives, including recruiting efforts. Serve as a leader to ensure all CLA risk management policies and procedures, including engagement set-up; client billing and collections; and document retention policies are followed and that the SALT staff are trained and aware of all policies.

What you will need: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 6 years of relevant experience is required. CPA required (EA or JD may be accepted in lieu of CPA certification)

Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and vie compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position and pay within the range. The compensation range for this position in Washington is: $118,000.00 - $199, 000.00 #LI-MM1 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.

Start your inspired career When you join CLA, you'll have the opportunity to design your own inspired career. Career growth is about having new experiences and lots of exposure to different roles that stretch your comfort zone, expand your skills, and shape you as a leader. It's not so much about climbing a ladder or acquiring new titles — it's the discovery of your strengths and the outer reaches of your true potential. At CLA, you have the freedom to explore many opportunities, including your choice of industry specialization, service capability, career path, and mobility. Watch our video to see why people join CLA.

About CLA CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, more than 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor.

Wellness at CLA Wellness is shaped by our promise to know you and help you. We create opportunities for our people to live well and be happy by focusing on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being.

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