Associate - Winter 2027 - Fox Cities, WI

CliftonLarsonAllen; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) is seeking Tax/Audit Associates for its Appleton, Fond du Lac, and Oshkosh locations. The role focuses on preparing tax returns, performing audits and related services, and supporting client engagements with strong collaboration and professional conduct.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, be eligible to sit for the CPA exam, and show proficiency in MS Office. Travel to client sites is expected as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA exam eligibility preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office and accounting software.
• Willingness to travel to client sites and learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, and other tax returns.
• Perform audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services.
• Support multiple client engagements on time and within budget.
• Communicate progress and issues to clients and CLA team members.
• Complete research and special projects as needed.
• Engage with clients to understand needs and opportunities.

Skills

CPA exam eligibility

MS Office proficiency

Willingness to travel

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Eligible to sit for CPA exam

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 Appleton, Fond du Lac, and Oshkosh locations are seeking Tax/Audit Associates.

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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.
• Perform 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 family members on a regular basis.

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.

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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.

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