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Principal or Signing Director - National Exempt Tax (NExT) Location: Arlington, VA 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 growing and seeking to hire an experienced Principal or Signing Director– National Exempt Tax(NExT) to join our talented firm. The position offers growth, opportunities for advancement, flexibility and a collaborative work environment. In this position you should have the following: excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels; strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team of controversy professionals; problem solving and creative abilities, coupled with sound judgment; ability to manage multiple matters; strategic skills to build a practice; and high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation. How you’ll create opportunities in this Principal or Signing Director – National Exempt Tax (NExT) role: ·Serve tax exempt clients in the Healthcare, Higher Ed, and Nonprofit industries in a high impact manner, demonstrating command of a major area of specialization. ·Demonstrate deep technical skills and have the above related industry knowledge. ·Excel at engagement management and operational excellence. ·Assist clients with meeting their tax and day to day compliance needs. ·Research and draft technical tax memoranda on various tax issues for clients. ·Review and sign a variety of exempt organization returns and serve as a subject matter expert when appropriate. ·Develop and mentor staff and oversee client engagement teams. What you will need: ·Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field ·Minimum of 10+ years of experience serving in a tax role with public accounting and/or professional services firm ·CPA required (JD or Enrolled Agent (EA) may be accepted in lieu of CPA certification) ·Experience specializing in tax exempt organizations preferred 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 Massachusetts is $165,000 - $300,000 The compensation range for this position in Maryland is $200,000 - $350,000 The compensation range for this position in New Jersey is $180,000 - $400,000 The compensation range for this position in New York is $340,000 - $400,000 #LI-CD1 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. Additional Locations: New York City, NY, Baltimore, MD, Quincy, MA, Boston, MA, Livingston, NJ, Pittsburgh, PA, King of Prussia, PA