Associate - Summer 2025 - Carlsbad/Irvine, CA

CliftonLarsonAllen; California, Carlsbad (MO, CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Tax/Audit Associates to join their Carlsbad & Irvine locations. This role emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. You will prepare various tax returns, perform audits, and support client engagements while gaining valuable industry exposure. The company promotes a culture of inclusivity and offers competitive compensation, viewing it as an investment in their employees. If you are passionate about accounting and eager to learn, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individual, corporate, and partnership tax returns.
• Performs audit, review, and compilation services.
• Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget.

Skills

Accounting Principles

Tax Preparation

Audit Services

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

We strive every day to exemplify our CLA values – curious, collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and reliable. We are looking for individuals who believe in accountability for one’s actions, take the initiative to make their vision a reality, and place honesty, professionalism, conscientiousness, and trust above all else.

CLA is dedicated to building a culture that welcomes different beliefs and perspectives, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.

Our Carlsbad & Irvine locations are seeking Tax/Audit Associates.

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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.
• Performs audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services.
• Gains experience, exposure, and knowledge of procedures, workpapers, and systems.
• Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget, identifying issues and communicating progress.
• Expands industry knowledge through greater exposure to peers, clients, and formal training opportunities.
• Completes research and special projects as needed.
• Communicates effectively with clients and CLA team members regularly.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree required – Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

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 the pay range. For California, the compensation range is $28 - $49.

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Wellness at CLA

We focus on supporting our CLA family members' physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being, offering comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401k, and more.

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