Tax & Audit Intern: Hands-on Client Experience

CliftonLarsonAllen; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen in Madison, WI invites applications for Tax/Audit Interns starting January 2028 and ending April 2028. The role develops your accounting and tax skills, supporting multiple client engagements and gaining exposure to procedures, workpapers, and systems.

Minimum requirements include pursuing a bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, CPA exam eligibility, and a willingness to travel to client sites. This internship emphasizes learning, collaboration, and professional growth within CLA.

Qualifications

• Working toward a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with MS Windows and Office products.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other tax returns.
• Perform any 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 on a regular basis.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

CPA exam eligibility

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Office

Accounting software

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen in Madison, WI invites applications for Tax/Audit Interns starting January 2028 and ending April 2028. The role develops your accounting and tax skills, supporting multiple client engagements and gaining exposure to procedures, workpapers, and systems.

Minimum requirements include pursuing a bachelor's in Accounting/Finance, CPA exam eligibility, and a willingness to travel to client sites. This internship emphasizes learning, collaboration, and professional growth within CLA.