Tax & Audit Associate: CPA Path, Growth & Travel

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Dixon (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 locations with an anticipated start date of January 2027. The role involves preparing tax returns and performing audit and assurance services for diverse clients, with travel to client sites as needed.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and CPA exam eligibility. The wage range is $64,000 to $91,800, with geography and experience influencing pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree 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 Windows and 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.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA exam eligibility

Tools

MS Windows

MS Office

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is seeking Tax/Audit Associates for Champaign, Bloomington, Dixon and Peoria locations with an anticipated start date of January 2027. The role involves preparing tax returns and performing audit and assurance services for diverse clients, with travel to client sites as needed.

Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and CPA exam eligibility. The wage range is $64,000 to $91,800, with geography and experience influencing pay.