Tax and Audit Intern - Winter 2028 - Southeast Texas

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP in Houston seeks Tax/Audit Interns for a narrated program from January 2028 to April 2028. You'll assist with tax returns, audits, and other assurance services while gaining hands-on experience with client engagements and CLA processes.

You’ll develop knowledge of accounting principles, workpapers, and formal training opportunities, with CPA exam eligibility and travel to client sites as needed. This role supports CLA’s culture of collaboration and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; degree strongly preferred for CPA eligibility.
• Meeting CPA exam eligibility requirements per state rules.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and financial data reporting.

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

Travel willingness

Education

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

Tools

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 Houston location is seeking Tax/Audit Interns.

The anticipated start date for this role is: January 2028. The anticipated end date for this role is: April 2028.

• 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.

• 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.

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CLA is an equal opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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