Tax / Audit Intern - Winter 2028 - Minneapolis, MN

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

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Minneapolis, MN is seeking Tax/Audit Interns for January 2028 through April 2028. You will prepare tax returns and support audit and assurance tasks while gaining hands-on experience with procedures, workpapers, and client engagements.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, eligible for CPA exam, and proficient with Microsoft Office. Travel to client sites and a collaborative culture are part of the internship.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree; Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Credit requirements to sit for CPA exam per state.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and financial data reporting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other 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

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

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.

Our Minneapolis, MN location is seeking Tax/Audit Interns.

The anticipated start date for this role is: January 2028

The anticipated end date for this role is: April 2028

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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.

Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.

The compensation range for this position in Minnesota is: $27.00 - $31.00 per hour.

To ensure a fair and consistent experience for all candidates, applications will be accepted and reviewed throughout the application period. Candidates selected to move forward will be contacted regarding interviews following the review process.

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.