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Associate - Fall 2025 - Carlsbad/Irvine, CA

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2 Locations
28-49
Entry level
2 Locations
28-49
Entry level
Prepare various types of tax returns and perform audit services while supporting client engagements and expanding industry knowledge through formal training.
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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 Carlsbad & Irvine locations are seeking Tax/Audit Associates.   

 

Come and see for yourself!  

 

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. 

Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth.  We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people.  Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.  These same factors may cause starting pay to be below or above the posted range. For California, the compensation range is $28 - $49.

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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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