Tax / Audit Associate - Winter 2027 - Northern MN

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Wellness program

Job summary

CLA in Minnesota is seeking a Tax/Audit Associate to join our St. Cloud area team. You will prepare individual, corporate, and other tax returns, and support audit and assurance work for diverse clients.

Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and CPA exam eligibility. Proficiency in MS Office and a willingness to travel to client sites are essential. CLA emphasizes a collaborative culture with competitive compensation ($53,700–$93,000) and broad benefits,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 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.

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

CPA eligibility

Accounting principles

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA exam eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We strive every day to exemplify our CLA values – curious, collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and reliable. We are looking for individuals who believe in accountability for one’s actions, take the initiative to make their vision a reality and place honesty, professionalism, conscientiousness and trust above all else.

CLA is dedicated to building a culture that welcomes different beliefs and perspectives, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.

Our St. Cloud, Monticello, Brainerd, Alexandria locations is seeking Tax/Audit Associates. Come and see for yourself!

Primary 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.

Minimum Requirements

• 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 (MS) Windows and Office products.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

The compensation range for this position in Minnesota is: $53,700 - $93,000

Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Wellness at CLA

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.