Tax Principal or Signing Director - Bellevue, Lacey or Tacoma, WA offices

Tax Principal Or Signing Director

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.

Our Perks : Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!) Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave Paid Volunteer Time Off Mental health coverage Quarterly Wellness stipend Fertility benefits Complete list of benefits here CLA is currently seeking a Tax Principal or Signing Director to support our clients in our growing Western Washington locations. The P / SD contributes at the highest level in their industry and excels at client advisory, service advocacy, relationship development, and leadership. How you'll create opportunities in this Tax Principal role : Lead a team of tax and industry professionals to deliver tax compliance and consulting services, including mentoring the team to get to know and help their clients by developing a deep understanding of their businesses and delivering the firm's services to fully meet client's needs. Assume full responsibility for all services for clients in a book of business. Review and sign engagement letters, discuss the nature and terms of assignments with clients and staff, and approve fees. Review and approve work papers and tax returns prepared by staff. Review and sign client deliverables. Keep current on tax law changes. Actively develop new business and expand services to existing clients. Demonstrate commitment to the firm through a willingness to devote time to the practice.

What you will need : Bachelor's or master's 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 Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range. These same factors may cause starting pay to be below or above the posted range. For Washington, the range for this position $160,000 - $350,000. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities CLA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. EOE / AA Employer / Vets / Disability