Tax & Audit Associate - Winter 2027 – Champaign/Bloomington/Dixon/Peoria, IL
At a glance
Junior Audit & Controls role at Cliftonlarsonallen. Bloomington · full-time · $64,000–$91,800 base.
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What you'll do
- Prepare tax returns for individuals, companies, partnerships and other client types
- Carry out audits, reviews, compilations and other assurance work
- Support several client assignments, meet deadlines and budgets, flag issues and share progress
- Build familiarity with workpapers, systems and procedures through client work and training
- Research questions, handle special projects and communicate regularly with clients and colleagues
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree is required; accounting or finance is preferred
- You must qualify to take the CPA exam under the rules of the relevant state
- You understand accounting fundamentals and how financial information is reported
- You can use Windows and Office, learn new technologies, and travel to client sites with reliable transportation
Who this fits
This junior associate role suits someone starting in tax and audit who can handle multiple client engagements and build skills through training and hands-on work. The role is based in Champaign, Bloomington, Dixon or Peoria, with travel to client locations required. The anticipated start is January 2027.
From the employer
We strive every day to exemplify our CLA values – curious, collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and reliable. We are looking for individuals who believe in accountability for one’s actions, take the initiative to make their vision a reality and place honesty, professionalism, conscientiousness and trust above all else.
CLA is dedicated to building a culture that welcomes different beliefs and perspectives, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.
Our Champaign, Bloomington, Dixon, Peoria locations are seeking Tax/Audit Associates. The anticipated start date for this role is: January 2027
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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.
Performs audit, review, compilation, and other assurance services.
Gains experience, exposure, and knowledge of procedures, workpapers and systems.
Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget, identifying issues and communicating progress.
Expands industry knowledge, through greater exposure to peers, clients, and formal training opportunities.
Completes research and special projects as needed.
Communicates effectively with clients and CLA family members on a regular basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree required – Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
Eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.
Willingness to learn new technologies.
Proficient with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.
The wage range for this position is: $64,000 to $91,800.
Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.
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Wellness at CLA
To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.
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