Fund Administration Intern - Winter 2027 - Minneapolis, MN

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA Minneapolis is seeking Fund Administration interns to support a range of accounting tasks for real estate, private equity, and venture capital funds. The role runs January 2027 through April 2027, offering hands-on experience with reconciliations, financial statements, and investor reporting.

Qualified students should be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with strong MS Office skills and a willingness to travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.

Responsibilities

• Completes account reconciliations, such as bank reconciliations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other accounts for real estate, private equity, and venture capital funds.
• Prepares financial statements and required work papers to support the financial statements.
• Processes transactions which may include accounts payable/cash disbursements processing, accounts receivable/cash receipts processing and payroll processing/coordination.
• Prepares and monitors capital calls and distribution notices to limited partners.
• Prepares limited partner capital/investor statements.
• Prepares management fee calculations as well as expense allocations between funds.
• Identifies client issues concerning generally accepted accounting principles (FASB / SFAS), specifically related to investment companies.
• Develops and maintains a thorough working knowledge of accounting software packages.
• Focuses efforts on managing work and key client relationships to exceed client expectations.
• Expands industry knowledge through greater exposure to peers, clients, regular self-study, and formal training opportunities.

Skills

Accounting fundamentals

MS Office proficiency

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Accounting software

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 Minneapolis location is seeking Fund Administration interns. The anticipated start date for this role is: January 2027 The anticipated end date for this role is: April 2027 Come and see for yourself!

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completes account reconciliations, such as bank reconciliations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other accounts for real estate, private equity, and venture capital funds.
• Prepares financial statements and required work papers to support the financial statements.
• Processes transactions which may include accounts payable/cash disbursements processing, accounts receivable/cash receipts processing and payroll processing/coordination.
• Prepares and monitors capital calls and distribution notices to limited partners.
• Prepares limited partner capital/investor statements.
• Prepares management fee calculations as well as expense allocations between funds.
• Identifies client issues concerning generally accepted accounting principles (FASB / SFAS), specifically related to investment companies.
• Develops and maintains a thorough working knowledge of accounting software packages.
• Focuses efforts on managing work and key client relationships to exceed client expectations.
• Expands industry knowledge through greater exposure to peers, clients, regular self-study, and formal training opportunities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Working towards the achievement of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field – Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
• 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 position of pay within the range. The compensation range for this position in Minnesota is: $27.00 to $31.00.

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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. To view a complete list of benefits, click here.

Start your inspired career

When you join CLA, you'll have the opportunity to design your own inspired career. Career growth is about having new experiences and lots of exposure to different roles that stretch your comfort zone, expand your skills, and shape you as a leader. It's not so much about climbing a ladder or acquiring new titles - it's the discovery of your strengths and the outer reaches of your true potential. At CLA, you have the freedom to explore many opportunities, including your choice of industry specialization, service capability, career path, and mobility. Watch our video to see why people join CLA.

About CLA

CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With nearly 9,000 people, more than 130 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor. Wellness at CLA Wellness is shaped by our promise to know you and help you. We create opportunities for our people to live well and be happy by focusing on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being. Click here to learn more about CLA's benefit offerings. CLA is an equal opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Click here to learn about your hiring rights.

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