Tax & Audit Associate — CPA Path & Client Impact

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP seeks Tax/Audit Associates for our Charlotte, Raleigh, and Triad locations. The anticipated start date is January 2027. You will prepare tax returns and participate in audit, review, compilations, and assurance services for diverse clients.

The role offers exposure to client engagements, ongoing training, and career growth within CLA. CPA eligibility, solid accounting knowledge, and travel willingness are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required (Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred).
• 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 Office products.
• 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 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 understanding

Client communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Degree in Accounting/Finance strongly preferred

Tools

MS Windows

MS Office

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP seeks Tax/Audit Associates for our Charlotte, Raleigh, and Triad locations. The anticipated start date is January 2027. You will prepare tax returns and participate in audit, review, compilations, and assurance services for diverse clients.

The role offers exposure to client engagements, ongoing training, and career growth within CLA. CPA eligibility, solid accounting knowledge, and travel willingness are expected.