Tax and Audit Intern - Summer 2026 - Washington, D.C.

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2 Locations
27-55
Internship
Fintech
The Role
Prepare various tax returns, perform audits, and support client engagements while gaining exposure to accounting practices and technologies.
Summary Generated by Built In

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 Arlington, VA and Greenbelt, MD locations are seeking Tax/Audit Interns. 

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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

  • Working towards the achievement of a bachelor’s degree – Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
  • Achieving credit requirements to be 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: $27 – $55

Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range. 

Our Perks:

  • Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
  • Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
  • Paid volunteer time off
  • Customized mental health programs and comprehensive medical coverage
  • Quarterly wellness stipend
  • Fertility benefits
  • Complete list of benefits here

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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.

To view a complete list of benefits click here.

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The Company
Century City, California
6,732 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

CLA exists to create opportunities for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, outsourcing, audit, tax, and consulting services. With more than 7,000 people, 120 U.S. locations and a global affiliation, we promise to know you and help you. For more information visit CLAconnect.com.

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