Tax & Audit Associate — CPA Path & Client Impact

CliftonLarsonAllen; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) in Wisconsin seeks Tax/Audit Associates to join our teams in Appleton, Fond du Lac, and Oshkosh. This role supports tax return preparation, audit and assurance services, and client engagements with a focus on accuracy, collaboration, and professional growth.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (CPA eligibility preferred), strong knowledge of accounting principles, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is strongly preferred.
• CPA exam eligibility is required by state rules.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial data reporting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office products.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other tax returns.
• Perform 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 regularly.

Skills

Accounting principles

MS Office proficiency

Travel willingness

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA exam eligibility

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) in Wisconsin seeks Tax/Audit Associates to join our teams in Appleton, Fond du Lac, and Oshkosh. This role supports tax return preparation, audit and assurance services, and client engagements with a focus on accuracy, collaboration, and professional growth.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (CPA eligibility preferred), strong knowledge of accounting principles, and proficiency with MS Office.