Tax & Audit Intern — CPA Prep & Client Experience

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Madison is seeking Tax/Audit Interns for a January 2028 start through April 2028. The role offers hands-on experience across tax returns and assurance services, with exposure to client engagements and CLA training opportunities.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, aiming to sit for the CPA exam, and comfortable using Microsoft Office. Willingness to travel to client sites is noted in requirements.

Qualifications

• Working toward a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; degree strongly preferred.
• Credit requirements to sit for the CPA exam per state rules.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other 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 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

Microsoft Office

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Madison is seeking Tax/Audit Interns for a January 2028 start through April 2028. The role offers hands-on experience across tax returns and assurance services, with exposure to client engagements and CLA training opportunities.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, aiming to sit for the CPA exam, and comfortable using Microsoft Office. Willingness to travel to client sites is noted in requirements.