Experienced Tax Associate CliftonLarsonAllen $65000.00-$110000.00 401(k) United States, California, Carlsbad 5901 Priestly Drive (Show on map) Sep 01, 2026 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. As an Experienced Tax Associate, you'll gain deep industry insight. You'll be able to sit across the table from a CFO from your industry and speak their language. You will become a true industry consultant. CLA is looking to hire an Experienced Tax Associate to join our tax practice! As an Experienced Tax Associate, you will: Prepare and review tax returns with the tax team. Handle routine client tax questions and work with client to collect necessary information for tax return completion and compliance. Complete tax-related research and special projects as needed. Have the ability to prepare simple tax returns. Develop and train team interns to help them build inspired careers. Work with many great clients to help them resolve complex issues and get results.

What you will need:

You have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. You have at least one year of experience in a tax role with a public accounting firm. You are eligible to sit for CPA preferred. You are looking for a firm that will support and foster your aspiring career goals. You jump at the chance to help others and you're ready to join a team of high-performing people. You have a knack for solving issues and confidently bring solutions to the table. You love to work with clients' to help their businesses succeed strategically. 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. The compensation range for this position in California is $65,000.00 - $110,000.00 #LI-MM1 Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Click here to learn about your hiring rights. 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. To view a complete list of benefits, click here.