Tax/Audit Intern - Winter 2027 - Eastern & Central WA

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)•Spokane, WA

12d•$19 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

CLA is seeking Tax/Audit Interns for its Spokane, Moses Lake, Wenatchee, Tri Cities, and Yakima locations in Eastern and Central Washington. Interns prepare tax returns and perform assurance services while gaining exposure to client engagements, procedures, workpapers, and systems. They support multiple engagements and expand their industry knowledge through work with peers and clients and through formal training opportunities. The role includes completing research and special projects and communicating regularly with clients and CLA colleagues.

Requirements

Working toward a bachelor’s degree; a degree in Accounting or Finance is strongly preferred.
Achieving the credit requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam under state requirements.
General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.
Willingness to learn new technologies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office products.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Accounting or Finance is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.
Perform audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services.
Gain experience and knowledge of procedures, workpapers, and systems.
Support multiple client engagements on time and within budget, identify issues, and communicate progress.
Expand industry knowledge through exposure to peers and clients and formal training opportunities.
Complete research and special projects as needed.
Communicate effectively and regularly with clients and CLA family members.