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Associate - Exempt Tax
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A Tax Specialist is responsible for documenting all stages of the accounting cycle in order to prepare Federal, State and local tax returns. Will review data prior to preparing the returns, prepare and file returns and will also provide background documentation in case of an audit.
$74,963 / year median in Texas
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Associate - Exempt Tax CliftonLarsonAllen 401(k) United States, Texas, Dallas Sep 09, 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. CLA is currently seeking an Associate to join our National Tax Exempt (NExT) team. How you'll create opportunities in this Associate role: Collaborate with team members to provide customized tax compliance and tax advisory services to clients and work closely with team members to identify and research complex tax issues
Coordinate day-to-day tax workstreams with Seniors, Managers and Directors to ensure projects are progressing timely
Willingness to learn new tax concepts and technology
Learn new software and assist with development of standardized templates and tools
Leverage technology and automation to drive efficiency, accuracy, and a best-in-class client experience What you will need: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
One year of relevant experience preferred
Eligible to sit for CPA exam preferred #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.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance