Tax & Audit Intern — Real Client Experience & CPA Prep

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Austin (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is seeking Tax/Audit Interns for its Minnesota locations including Mankato, Rochester, Owatonna, Austin, and New Ulm. The internship is full-time and requires 40 hours per week. Candidates should be working toward a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, meet CPA exam requirements, and be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Travel to client sites may be required. We value curiosity, collaboration, transparency, inclusivity and reliability and offer opportunities to gain hands-on experience,

Qualifications

• Working towards the achievement of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field – Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
• Achieving credit requirements to be 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.

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

General accounting knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CLA is seeking Tax/Audit Interns for its Minnesota locations including Mankato, Rochester, Owatonna, Austin, and New Ulm. The internship is full-time and requires 40 hours per week. Candidates should be working toward a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, meet CPA exam requirements, and be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Travel to client sites may be required. We value curiosity, collaboration, transparency, inclusivity and reliability and offer opportunities to gain hands-on experience,