Tax / Audit Intern - Winter 2027 - Western, WI

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

CLA Eau Claire is seeking Tax/Audit Interns to gain hands-on experience in preparing tax returns, performing audit and assurance work, and supporting client engagements.

Pursuing a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is preferred; CPA exam eligibility is noted. Proficiency with MS Office and reliable transportation are expected; some travel to client sites may be required. This internship offers exposure to diverse clients and real-world accounting experience.

Qualifications

• Working towards bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with MS Windows and Office products.

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

Communication

Reliability

Travel readiness

MS Office proficiency

Education

Pursuing accounting/finance degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We strive every day to exemplify our CLA values – curious, collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and reliable. We are looking for individuals who believe in accountability for one’s actions, take the initiative to make their vision a reality and place honesty, professionalism, conscientiousness and trust above all else.

CLA is dedicated to building a culture that welcomes different beliefs and perspectives, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.

Tax/Audit Interns

Our Eau Claire location is seeking Tax/Audit Interns.

Primary 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.

Minimum Requirements

• Working towards the achievement of a bachelor’s degree – 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Wellness at CLA

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.