Tax and Audit Intern - Winter 2028 - Akron/Canton, OH

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Canton (OH); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Canton, OH is seeking Tax/Audit Interns for an anticipated January 2028 start. Positions in Akron and Canton offer hands-on experience in preparing tax returns and performing various audit and assurance services while you gain exposure to clients and CLA processes.

Interns will develop skills in accounting principles, tax and audit procedures, and use MS Office tools, with opportunities for training and mentorship within a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with CPA exam eligibility requirements in view.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

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 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

Accounting knowledge

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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 Akron and Canton, Ohio locations are seeking Tax/Audit Interns. The anticipated start date for this role is: January 2028.

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 in Accounting, Finance, or related field – 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.

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.