Tax and Audit Intern - Winter 2028 - West Hartford/Shelton, CT

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) invites applications for Tax/Audit Interns at our West Hartford, CT and Shelton, CT offices. The program begins in January 2028 and runs through April 2028, offering hands-on exposure to tax returns and audit services within a collaborative CLA team.

You will support preparation of various tax returns, participate in client engagements, and gain experience with procedures, workpapers, and systems while meeting project timelines.

Qualifications

• Working toward bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA exam eligibility per state requirements.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with Microsoft 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

Accounting principles

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (strongly preferred)

Tools

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 West Hartford, CT and Shelton, CT office locations are seeking Tax/Audit Interns.

To ensure a fair and consistent experience for all candidates, applications will be accepted throughout the application period and reviewed after the posting closes. Candidates selected to move forward will be contacted regarding interviews following the review process.

The anticipated start date for this role is: January 2028

The anticipated end date for this role is: April 2028

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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

• 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.

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 Connecticut is: $31 - $33 an hour

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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.

To view a complete list of benefits, click here.