Tax Intern - Spring 2026 - Champaign/Bloomington/Peoria, IL

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 and Peoria, IL office locations are seeking Tax Interns.

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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.

• 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: $16 to $55.

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