Tax/Audit Intern - Winter 2028 - Nashville, TN

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) in Nashville is seeking Tax/Audit Interns to join the team for the January 2028 start through April 2028. The program offers exposure to tax returns, audits, and assurance services while gaining hands-on experience with clients and CLA professionals.

Preferred candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, have CPA exam eligibility, and are proficient with MS Office. Some travel to client sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Working towards bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; 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 Office products.
• 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

Accounting fundamentals

MS Office proficiency

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

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 Nashville location is seeking Tax/Audit Interns.

Priority Application Period: October 1- October 16

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

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 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.
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• 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.