Internal Operations Intern - Winter 2027 - Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, IA

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking an Internal Operations Intern at our Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, IA locations. The anticipated start date is January 2027 and the role is expected to end in April 2027.

The position supports client tax operations and general workflow in a collaborative, client-focused environment. Ideal candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, are eager to learn new technologies, and comfortable traveling to client sites.

Qualifications

• Working toward a bachelor’s degree; degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office products.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and organizes client incoming tax documents.
• Assists with intake of tax information and prepares for routing.
• Ensures all client documents are tracked and kept current.
• Organizes, scans and processes tax documents.
• Assembles client tax returns following established procedures.
• Assists team in meeting government deadlines.
• E-filing and other final delivery steps.
• Other responsibilities may include preparation of informational tax documents.
• General operational support and other tasks as requested.

Skills

Willingness to learn

MS Windows

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Windows

MS 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 Cedar Rapids and Des Moines, IA locations are each seeking an Internal Operations Intern. 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

• Reviews and organizes client incoming tax documents.
• Assists with intake of tax information and prepares for routing.
• Ensures all client documents are being tracked and kept current.
• Organizes, scans and processes tax documents.
• Assembles client tax returns following established procedures.
• Assists team in meeting strict government deadlines.
• E-filing and other final delivery type steps.
• Other responsibilities may include preparation of informational tax documents.
• General operational support and other responsibilities/tasks as requested.

Minimum Requirements

• Working towards the achievement of a bachelor’s degree – Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
• 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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