Tax & Audit Intern: Kickstart Your CPA Journey

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

CLA is seeking Tax/Audit Interns for several California offices including Pasadena. The position runs January 2028 to April 2028 and offers a pathway to CPA eligibility with hands-on experience on tax returns and assurance services.

Interns gain exposure to clients, workpapers, and CLA’s collaborative culture, with opportunities for training and development across tax and audit functions.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Working toward CPA exam eligibility per state requirements.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and financial data reporting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with MS Windows and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other tax returns.
• Performs audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services.
• Gains experience with procedures, workpapers and systems.
• Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget.
• Expands industry knowledge through exposure to peers, clients, and formal training.
• Completes research and special projects as needed.
• Communicates effectively with clients and CLA team members.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Travel to client sites

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (ongoing)

Tools

Microsoft Windows

MS Office

Job description

CLA is seeking Tax/Audit Interns for several California offices including Pasadena. The position runs January 2028 to April 2028 and offers a pathway to CPA eligibility with hands-on experience on tax returns and assurance services.

Interns gain exposure to clients, workpapers, and CLA’s collaborative culture, with opportunities for training and development across tax and audit functions.