Tax and Audit Associate - Summer 2024 - West Hartford/Shelton, CT

At CLA we create inspired careers. We recognize that you want to be able to make choices in your career. That’s why CLA exists, to create opportunities. We promise to know you and help you. We are seeking Tax/Audit Associates for our West Hartford and Shelton, CT offices. As an Associate, you will provide audit and tax services to clients, with a primary focus on developing expertise within a specific industry. You will utilize your accounting educational background and internship experience to assist in all stages of an engagement or project; most commonly review engagements, procedures engagements, or basic tax issues, providing support and leverage to seniors and others. Are you excited to work on an inclusive team doing impactful work for clients? Do you enjoy pushing yourself and working independently, determined to find the right answer? Do you enjoy collaborating with and helping others? If your answer to any of these questions is “YES”, then apply to our Associate position at CLA! PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Expands industry knowledge through greater exposure to peers, clients, regular self-study, and formal training opportunities. Gains experience, exposure, and knowledge of audit and tax procedures, workpapers and systems. Handles routine client questions and works with client to collect necessary information for audit and tax return completion. Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget, identifying issues and communicating progress. Collects and analyzes data to detect deficient controls, duplicated efforts, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies. Assists with the detail work of audits, reviews, compilations, and other assurance services for clients. Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns Prepares financial statements, related disclosures and other required reports. Completes research and special projects as needed. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Exemplify our CLA values – curious, collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and reliable. Passion for doing impactful work, accountability for actions, initiative to make visions a reality, integrity that places honesty and trust above all else, professionalism, and conscientiousness. Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills. General knowledge of accounting principles and/or regulations impacting each engagement or project and reporting of financial data. Willingness to learn new technologies. Proficient with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products. Reliable transportation and ability to travel to client sites. Eligible to sit for the CPA exam, 150 credits strongly preferred. Less than one year of experience in public accounting. #LI-MT1 CLA exists to create opportunities for our people, our clients, and our communities. We are a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Click here to learn about your hiring rights. Start your inspired career When you join CLA, you’ll have the opportunity to design your own inspired career. Career growth is about having new experiences and lots of exposure to different roles that stretch your comfort zone, expand your skills, and shape you as a leader. It’s not so much about climbing a ladder or acquiring new titles — it’s the discovery of your strengths and the outer reaches of your true potential. At CLA, you have the freedom to explore many opportunities, including your choice of industry specialization, service capability, career path, and mobility. Watch our video to see why people join CLA. About CLA CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. With more than 7,500 people, 121 U.S. locations, and a global vision, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com. Investment advisory services are offered through CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC, an SEC-registered investment advisor. Wellness at CLA Wellness is shaped by our promise to know you and help you. We create opportunities for our people to live well and be happy by focusing on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being. Click here to learn more about CLA’s benefit offerings. CLA is an equal opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer /AA Employer/Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Click here to learn about your hiring rights. If you require reasonable accommodation when completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact mypeoplesolutions@claconnect.com