Rina Patel is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with 14 years of experience in public accounting and industry.  Based in the Raleigh, NC Rina has a strong track record of driving tax transformation initiatives and implementing bespoke solutions for various service lines.  As a Tax Transformation Director at CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP, she has been instrumental in identifying tax standard workpapers and delivering firm-wide solutions. Her expertise extends to leading client discoveries, developing automation solutions, and providing valuable training and support during transition periods. Rina’s extensive background also includes managerial roles at Dixon Hughes Goodman, LLP, and Grant Thornton LLP, where she excelled in implementing tax provisions, managing engagements, and providing strategic recommendations to minimize risk and improve efficiencies. Her proficiency in various software tools, including ONESOURCE, MS Office, and Alteryx, further enhances her ability to deliver exceptional results in the accounting realm.

She holds a Master of Accounting and bachelor’s degrees in both Business Administration and Economics from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  Rina’s proactive and analytical approach to complex tax projects, coupled with her excellent communication and leadership skills, have earned her recognition as a go-to resource for intricate financial and tax-related matters. Through her career journey, she has continuously demonstrated her ability to create efficiencies, implement process improvements, and deliver exceptional outcomes, solidifying her reputation as a highly proficient and reliable CPA professional.