Tax/Audit Intern - Winter 2027 - SoCal

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Posted 2 days ago

Internship

Irvine, California

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Responsibilities

The intern will prepare various tax returns and perform audit, review, and compilation services for clients. They will also support client engagements, conduct research, and communicate effectively with team members and clients.

Qualifications

You are pursuing a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and have a general understanding of accounting principles. You are proficient with Microsoft Office products and possess reliable transportation for client site visits.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Accounting

Finance

CPA

Microsoft Office

Tax preparation

Audit

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 Carlsbad, Los Angeles (Century City/Pasadena), Ontario, and Irvine locations are seeking Tax/Audit Interns. 

The anticipated start date for this role is: January 2027. The anticipated end date for this role is: April 2027.

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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. 

  • 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 California is: $30.00 – $35.00


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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.


To view a complete list of benefits, click here.

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, outsourcing, audit, tax, and consulting services. With more than 9,000 people, 130 U.S. locations and a global affiliation, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor. CLA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. EOE/AA Employer/Vets/Disability Hiring rights: https://www.claconnect.com/general/equal-employment-opportunity Disclaimer: http://www.CLAconnect.com/Disclaimer/
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