Client Accounting and Advisory Services Interns

Job Description

Client Accounting and Advisory Services (CAAS) Intern | CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

The Tone:
This is a temporary internship at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen), located in Dallas, TX, from January to April 2027. CLA is dedicated to building a culture that welcomes diverse beliefs and perspectives, aiming to truly know and help its clients, communities, and team members. This role is integral to supporting clients’ accounting functions, embodying CLA’s core values—curious, collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and reliable—while contributing to client success and growth.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary
• Location: In-person Dallas, TX

• Team: Works as a team member supporting office staff, principals, and clients.
• Mission: Supports multiple clients’ accounting functions to help them reach their goals.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products

What You’ll Actually Do
• Financial Processing: Process client financials related to accounts payable, cash disbursements, accounts receivable, cash receipts, and payroll.
• Client Support: Support the accounting functions for multiple clients.
• Reconciliation: Complete non-complex account reconciliations for review by Consulting and Outsourcing Senior, Assistant Controller, Controller, or CFO.
• Client Service: Collaborate as a team member to meet the needs of office staff, principals, and clients, providing excellent service with guidance.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level intern working towards a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with general knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.
• Skills:
• Technology Acumen: Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Software Proficiency: Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office products.
• Mobility: Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.
• Bonus: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.