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.

Our Perks:Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)Up to 12 weeks paid parental leavePaid Volunteer Time OffMental health coverageQuarterly Wellness stipendFertility benefitsComplete list of benefits here

CLA is currently seeking an Experienced Audit Associate to join our growing Southern MN practice and locations include Mankato, Rochester and Owatonna. 

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.

Think you’re a fit?  This is what successful candidates for this role have:

You have a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.You have or are eligible to sit for the CPA license.You have 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 an exposure to financial statement preparation, audits, and reviews.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.

Compensation StrategyOur 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. The Minnesota Posting Range for this role is $53,700 to $83,000

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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.