Tax/Audit Intern

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Los Angeles, CAFresher6m agovia LinkedIn

This job at a glance

Who can apply
New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
Must know
AuditingTaxBudgetingWindowsCPA
Nice to have
Accounting
Work
On-site in Los Angeles · internship
Pay
$30–$35 an hour
Skill demand
Auditing24%Budgeting24%Tax12%Windows12%of 17 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
Listed
Nov 12, 2026 · still open

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About the Role

CLA is seeking Tax/Audit Interns for their Winter 2027 program in Carlsbad, Los Angeles (Century City/Pasadena), Ontario, and Irvine. The anticipated start date is January 2027 and the anticipated end date is April 2027.

Key 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products.
  • Accounting principles and reporting of financial data.

Qualifications

  • 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.

Compensation Note: The compensation range for this position in California is: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.

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