Tax & Audit Associate — St. Louis Growth & Impact

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

CLA in St. Louis is seeking Tax/Audit Associates to join our team. The anticipated start date for this role is January 2027. You will prepare tax returns and perform audit, review, compilation, and assurance services to support client engagements.

We emphasize curiosity, collaboration, transparency, inclusivity, and reliability as core CLA values. This role offers opportunities to gain experience, train, and grow within a diverse client base.

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 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

Accounting knowledge

Willingness to learn

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Office

Job description

CLA in St. Louis is seeking Tax/Audit Associates to join our team. The anticipated start date for this role is January 2027. You will prepare tax returns and perform audit, review, compilation, and assurance services to support client engagements.

We emphasize curiosity, collaboration, transparency, inclusivity, and reliability as core CLA values. This role offers opportunities to gain experience, train, and grow within a diverse client base.