CPA-Eligible Tax & Audit Associate | Growth & Impact

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Albuquerque is seeking Tax/Audit Associates to support returns and assurance services. The anticipated start date is January 2027, with opportunities to gain experience across tax, audit, and related procedures while engaging with diverse clients.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and professional growth through training and real client exposure, alongside standard CLA benefits and resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; degree in Accounting/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 Windows and Office products.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

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 family members on a regular basis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Proactive learner

Travel ready

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA exam eligibility

Tools

MS Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Albuquerque is seeking Tax/Audit Associates to support returns and assurance services. The anticipated start date is January 2027, with opportunities to gain experience across tax, audit, and related procedures while engaging with diverse clients.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and professional growth through training and real client exposure, alongside standard CLA benefits and resources.