Tax and Audit Associate - Summer 2027 - Nashville, TN

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

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Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Nashville, TN is seeking Tax/Audit Associates. The anticipated start date for this role is June 2027. Responsibilities include preparing tax returns and performing audit and assurance services while supporting multiple client engagements.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, CPA exam eligibility, and proficiency with MS Office. Willingness to travel to client sites is expected, with opportunities for training and career growth within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA exam eligibility preferred.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with MS Windows and Office products.

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

Travel readiness

MS Office proficiency

Accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA exam eligibility

Tools

MS Windows

Office Suite

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.

CLA's Nashville, TN location is seeking Tax/Audit Associates. The anticipated start date for this role is: June 2027

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PRIMARY 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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 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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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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.