Associate, Assurance

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

. Perform a wide range of audit and accounting procedures impacting industry-specific issues .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeMankato • Minnesota • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $53,700 - $93,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in audit and accounting procedures, financial statement preparation, and analytical reviews. Possesses strong problem-solving abilities and experience in public accounting or professional services.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In AccountingCPA License Or EligibilityFinancial Statement PreparationPublic Accounting ExperienceAnalytical Review Skills

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Hard Skills

Audit ProceduresAccounting ProceduresFinancial Statement PreparationAnalytical ReviewsTax Work Exposure

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingTeam DevelopmentClient Relationship Management

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA License

Industry Keywords

Public AccountingProfessional ServicesFinancial AccountsComplex IssuesTrends Identification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform a wide range of audit and accounting procedures impacting industry-specific issues
Audit complex areas and transactions
Prepare financial statements and related reports
Develop and train team interns
Work with clients to resolve complex issues and achieve results
Perform analytical reviews on financial accounts
Identify trends

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
CPA license or eligibility to sit for the CPA exams and meet the 150 credit hour requirement to obtain a CPA License
At least one year of experience in public accounting and/or a professional services firm preferred
College graduate or demonstrated success as an entry-level accountant with exposure to financial statement preparation, audits, and reviews
Exposure to tax work a plus
Ability to solve issues and bring solutions forward
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible PTO
Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Mental health coverage
Quarterly Wellness stipend
Fertility benefits
Health coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401k
Comprehensive benefit options supporting physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being