Tax Intern — Hands-On Returns & CPA Prep

CliftonLarsonAllen; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401k

Job summary

CliftonLarsonAllen is seeking Tax Interns for our IL offices in Bloomington, Champaign, and Peoria. The start date is January 2028. You will prepare tax returns and gain experience across procedures, workpapers, and systems while supporting multiple client engagements.

We value collaboration, accountability, and professional growth, with opportunities to learn from peers and formal training. A competitive wage range is offered within Illinois.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Credit requirements to sit for CPA exam per state.
• Foundation in accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Proficiency with MS Windows and Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership tax returns.
• Gains experience with procedures, workpapers and systems.
• Supports client engagements on time and within budget.
• Expands industry knowledge through training and peers.
• Completes research and special projects as needed.
• Communicates with clients and CLA family members regularly.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Windows

MS Office

Job description

CliftonLarsonAllen is seeking Tax Interns for our IL offices in Bloomington, Champaign, and Peoria. The start date is January 2028. You will prepare tax returns and gain experience across procedures, workpapers, and systems while supporting multiple client engagements.

We value collaboration, accountability, and professional growth, with opportunities to learn from peers and formal training. A competitive wage range is offered within Illinois.