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 hereCLA is currently seeking an Audit Senior Associate to join our Southern MN Audit practice. Locations include Mankato, Owatonna and Rochester.How you’ll create opportunities in this Audit Senior Associate role: Plan, lead, and execute engagements to provide excellent client service.Perform a wide range of audit and accounting procedures impacting industry-specific issues.Audit complex areas/transactions and prepare financial statements and related reports.Research, analyze, and report on accounting, auditing, and related issues and developments.Schedule, delegate, and train team members to help them build inspired careers.Collaborate with managers/principals to ensure effective communication and service delivery.Get the opportunity to work with many great clients.Develop and maintain effective client relationshipsWhat you will need:

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 2 years’ experience as an associate in public accounting with an emphasis in financial statement preparation, audits, reviews, and compilations. You have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.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 love public accounting!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. The Illinois Posting Range  for this role $71,000 - $110,000#LI-NG1

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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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