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$65k – $110k per year
Location
In office (Pasadena, Irvine, United States, Ontario, Carlsbad)
Seniority
Senior
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026. CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) scores A on the Alion truth index.

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CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) is a US professional services firm providing audit, tax, consulting, outsourced accounting, digital and wealth advisory services to businesses, nonprofits, governments and individuals, historically based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and now run with a virtual headquarters. Formed in 2012 by the merger of Clifton Gunderson and LarsonAllen, it ranks among the ten largest US accounting firms and reports nearly 9,000 people, more than 120 locations and over 202,000 clients. It hires audit and tax associates, seniors, managers and directors, outsourced accounting staff, wealth advisors, digital M&A and data specialists, client service coordinators and seasonal interns.

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you.

CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.

CLA is currently seeking an Experienced Audit Associate to join our growing Retail practice.

As an Experienced Audit Associate, you will:

  • Perform a wide range of audit and accounting procedures impacting industry-specific issues.
  • Audit complex areas/transactions as well as prepare financial statements and related reports.
  • Develop and train team interns to help them build inspired careers.
  • Work with many great clients to help them resolve complex issues and get results.
  • Perform analytical reviews on financial accounts and identify trends.

What you will need:

  • You have a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
  • Eligible to sit for the CPA exam preferred.
  • One year of relevant audit experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated success as an entry-level accountant with an exposure to financial statement preparation, audits, and reviews preferred.
  • You can demonstrate that you’ve excelled as an entry-level accountant or intern and have been exposed to financial statement preparation and audits. Exposure to tax work a plus.
  • You are looking for a firm that will support and foster your aspiring career goals.
  • You jump at the chance to help others and you’re ready to join a team of high-performing people.
  • You have a knack for solving issues and confidently bring solutions to the table.

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.

The compensation range for this position in California is $65,000.00 - $110,000.00

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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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