Tax and Audit Associate - Summer 2027 - Salinas, CA

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, 401k

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Salinas, CA is seeking a Tax/Audit Associate to support audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services. The role offers growth opportunities, exposure to multiple client engagements, and potential tax return preparation.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA exam eligible). The compensation range for this California position is $65,000–$110,000, with competitive benefits and travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required (CPA exam eligibility preferred).
• Proficiency with MS Windows and MS Office.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Potential opportunity to prepare tax returns.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Windows and 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 Salinas, CA location is seeking Tax/Audit Associates. The anticipated start date for this role is: June 2027.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.
• Potential opportunity to prepare tax returns.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree 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.

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 California is: $65,000 – $110,000

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.