Tax and Audit Intern - Winter 2027 - Washington, D.C.

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Job summary

CLA's Arlington, VA office is seeking Tax/Audit Interns to gain hands-on experience in preparing tax returns, performing audits and assurance work, and supporting multiple client engagements on time and within budget.

Applicants pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with CPA exam eligibility, basic knowledge of accounting principles, and proficiency in MS Office are encouraged to apply; travel to client sites may be required. The compensation range is $29.00–$31.00 in Virginia.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Credit requirements to sit CPA exam per state requirements.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficient with MS Windows and Office.
• Willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other tax returns.
• Gains experience with audit, review, compilation, and assurance services.
• Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget.
• Communicates progress and issues with clients and CLA team.
• Expands industry knowledge through training and peer exposure.
• Completes research and special projects as needed.
• Communicates effectively with clients and CLA family members.

Skills

Accounting basics

MS Office

Willingness to travel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA exam eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft 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 Arlington, VA location is seeking Tax/Audit Interns.

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

• Working towards the achievement of a bachelor’s degree – Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
• Achieving credit requirements to be 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 the position of pay within the range.

The compensation range for this position in Virginia is: $29.00 - $31.00.

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.