Tax & Audit Associate - CPA Path + Client Impact

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking Tax/Audit Associates for Champaign, Bloomington, Dixon, and Peoria in Illinois. The roles involve preparing tax returns, performing audit and assurance work, and supporting multiple client engagements with timely communication.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA exam eligibility, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Willingness to travel to client sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (strongly preferred).
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial data reporting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with MS Windows and Microsoft Office.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other 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

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking Tax/Audit Associates for Champaign, Bloomington, Dixon, and Peoria in Illinois. The roles involve preparing tax returns, performing audit and assurance work, and supporting multiple client engagements with timely communication.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA exam eligibility, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Willingness to travel to client sites is expected.