Tax & Audit Intern — Start Your CPA Journey

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

CLA is seeking Tax/Audit Interns in California locations including Irvine. The role offers hands-on experience in preparing tax returns, performing audits, and supporting client engagements.

Start date January 2028; end date April 2028; candidates must be pursuing a bachelor's in Accounting/Finance and aiming for CPA eligibility. You'll gain exposure to procedures, workpapers, and systems while learning to communicate with clients and CLA teammates.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Credit requirements to sit for CPA exam per state requirements.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with Microsoft 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

Accounting knowledge

CPA exam eligibility

Willing to learn

Travel to client sites

MS Windows proficiency

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CLA is seeking Tax/Audit Interns in California locations including Irvine. The role offers hands-on experience in preparing tax returns, performing audits, and supporting client engagements.

Start date January 2028; end date April 2028; candidates must be pursuing a bachelor's in Accounting/Finance and aiming for CPA eligibility. You'll gain exposure to procedures, workpapers, and systems while learning to communicate with clients and CLA teammates.