Teams at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Leads architecture, development, integration, deployment, and support of client software solutions involving cloud applications, APIs, automation, enterprise systems, and AI capabilities. Advises clients, translates business needs into technical plans, evaluates custom and Microsoft platform solutions, manages technical risks, establishes engineering standards, mentors engineers, and applies AI-assisted development tools while maintaining security, reliability, and maintainability.

Develops enterprise business and technology architecture models, strategic roadmaps, capability assessments, and investment recommendations. The role aligns business objectives with applications, data, platforms, products, and emerging technologies. Responsibilities include portfolio rationalization, architecture governance, modernization planning, risk and dependency analysis, and executive decision support. The architect facilitates cross-functional workshops, advises business and technology leaders, and communicates complex technical strategies to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.

Consult on tax accounting methods, research complex tax issues, analyze client data, prepare calculations and Form 3115 filings, collaborate across teams, and mentor staff. The role focuses on optimizing the timing and character of income, expenses, capitalization, cost recovery, and accounting periods for clients.