Tax​/Audit Intern

This is a seasonal internship at CLA (Clifton Larson Allen ), located in Eau Claire and La Crosse, WI. CLA is a company dedicated to building a culture that welcomes different beliefs and perspectives to better serve clients, communities, and colleagues. The organization values curiosity, collaboration, transparency, inclusivity, and reliability in its team members. This role is crucial for supporting client engagements by preparing tax returns and performing assurance services, contributing directly to client success and gaining foundational professional experience.

• Role:
  Internship
• Type:
  Seasonal
• Location:
  
  In-person Eau Claire, WI and La Crosse, WI
• Mission:
  This person supports client engagements by preparing tax returns and performing assurance services, helping clients and CLA family members.
• Tech Stack:
  Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products

• Tax Preparation:
  Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.
• Assurance Services:
  Performs audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services.
• Client Engagement Support:
  Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget, identifying issues and communicating progress.
• Knowledge Development:
  Gains experience, exposure, and knowledge of procedures, work papers and systems.
• Communication:
  Communicates effectively with clients and CLA family members on a regular basis.

• Background:
  Entry-Level. Working towards a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data. Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.
• Skills:
  
  Proficient with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products. Willingness to learn new technologies. Achieving credit requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
• Bonus:
  Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.