Tax/Audit Interns – Tax and Audit

Job Description

Tax/Audit Interns – Summer 2027 – Albuquerque, NM | CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

The Tone:
This is a temporary internship at CLA, located in Albuquerque, NM, with an anticipated start date in June 2027 and an end date in August 2027. CLA is a professional services firm dedicated to building a culture that welcomes different beliefs and perspectives, striving to truly know and help its clients, communities, and each other. The firm operates on core values of curiosity, collaboration, transparency, inclusivity, and reliability, seeking individuals who embody accountability, initiative, honesty, professionalism, conscientiousness, and trust. This role offers a valuable opportunity to gain foundational, hands-on experience in both tax preparation and audit services, directly supporting client engagements and expanding industry knowledge within a highly collaborative and supportive environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Temporary
• Location: In-person Albuquerque, NM
• Mission: This intern supports client success by preparing accurate tax returns and performing essential assurance services while gaining practical experience within the firm’s operational framework.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft (MS) Windows, Office products

What You’ll Actually Do
• Tax Return Preparation: Prepares a diverse range of tax returns, including those for individuals, corporations, partnerships, and other entity types, ensuring accurate and compliant submissions.
• Assurance Service Execution: Performs essential audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services, contributing to the financial oversight and integrity for various clients.
• Operational Understanding: Gains valuable hands-on experience, practical exposure, and comprehensive knowledge of CLA’s specific procedures, proprietary workpapers, and internal systems.
• Client Project Management: Supports multiple client engagements by diligently tracking progress to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget, proactively identifying potential issues, and effectively communicating progress updates.
• Professional Development: Expands professional and industry knowledge through direct, immersive exposure to peers and clients, supplemented by participation in formal training opportunities provided by the firm.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an entry-level intern position for individuals actively working towards the achievement of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related academic field. A bachelor’s degree specifically in Accounting or Finance is strongly preferred for candidates applying for this role.
• Experience: No specific years of prior professional work experience are explicitly required for this internship. Candidates must currently be achieving the necessary credit requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam as mandated by state requirements. Furthermore, proficiency with Microsoft (MS) Windows operating systems and Office products (such as Word, Excel, etc.) is essential.
• Skills: Applicants must possess a general foundational knowledge of accounting principles and the processes involved in reporting financial data. A demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies is crucial. Effective communication abilities with both clients and internal CLA family members on a regular basis are also a key requirement. Lastly, reliable transportation and a willingness to travel to client sites as needed are necessary for this role.