Tax & Audit Associate — CPA Path in a Collaborative Firm

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA in Minnesota is seeking Tax/Audit Associates to join our team across St. Cloud, Monticello, Brainerd, and Alexandria locations. You will prepare various tax returns and participate in audit, review, and assurance services.

The successful candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA eligibility, and a commitment to learning new technologies. We value collaboration, reliability, and professional growth within our CLA family.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and financial data reporting.
• 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.

Skills

General accounting knowledge

MS Windows & Office

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA exam eligibility (state requirements)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

CLA in Minnesota is seeking Tax/Audit Associates to join our team across St. Cloud, Monticello, Brainerd, and Alexandria locations. You will prepare various tax returns and participate in audit, review, and assurance services.

The successful candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA eligibility, and a commitment to learning new technologies. We value collaboration, reliability, and professional growth within our CLA family.