CPA-Ready Tax & Audit Intern – Client Exposure & Growth

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Illinois seeks Tax and Audit Interns for its Champaign, Bloomington, and Peoria offices. The role supports tax and audit engagements while you advance toward CPA eligibility, gaining exposure to procedures, workpapers, and client services.

The internship emphasizes collaboration and professional growth, with opportunities to complete research, participate in projects, and communicate progress with clients and team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or progress toward that degree.
• Credit requirements to sit for the CPA exam (state requirements).
• General knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with MS Windows and MS Office.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.
• 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 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

CPA eligibility

MS Office proficiency

Willingness to travel

Accounting principles knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Illinois seeks Tax and Audit Interns for its Champaign, Bloomington, and Peoria offices. The role supports tax and audit engagements while you advance toward CPA eligibility, gaining exposure to procedures, workpapers, and client services.

The internship emphasizes collaboration and professional growth, with opportunities to complete research, participate in projects, and communicate progress with clients and team members.