Tax/Audit Interns – Tax and Audit

Job Description

Tax / Audit Intern – Winter 2028 – Madison, WI | CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

The Tone:
This is a temporary internship at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen), located in Madison, WI, with an anticipated start date of January 2028 and an end date of April 2028. CLA is a 9,435-person organization dedicated to fostering a culture that embraces diverse beliefs and perspectives, enabling them to truly understand and assist clients, communities, and each other. This role is vital for supporting client engagements by preparing tax returns and performing assurance services, contributing directly to client success and the firm’s collaborative environment. CLA values curiosity, collaboration, transparency, inclusivity, and reliability, seeking individuals who demonstrate accountability, initiative, honesty, professionalism, conscientiousness, and trust.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary
• Location: In-person Madison, WI
• Mission: Support clients by preparing diverse tax returns and executing assurance services, while integrating into the firm’s operational procedures and client communication.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft (MS) Windows, Office products

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Preparation: Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and various other types of tax returns in accordance with established procedures.
• Assurance Services: Performs audit, review, compilation, and other essential assurance services for clients.
• Engagement Management: Supports multiple client engagements, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget, identifying issues, and communicating progress effectively.
• Research & Special Projects: Completes assigned research tasks and undertakes special projects as needed to support client needs and firm initiatives.
• Client & Team Communication: Communicates effectively and regularly with clients and CLA family members to foster strong relationships and ensure smooth project execution.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an entry-level internship for individuals working towards a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: No specific years of experience required; however, candidates must possess a general knowledge of accounting principles and financial data reporting, and a willingness to learn new technologies. Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to client sites are also necessary.
• Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products is required, along with achieving credit requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
• Bonus: A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is strongly preferred.