CPT Tax Expert Jobs
Tax Expert CPT positions let F-1 students apply coursework in taxation, auditing, and compliance to real client engagements. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must connect directly to your degree program. Accounting and finance programs often have structured CPT partnerships with CPA firms and corporate tax departments.
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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 Green Bay and Sheboygan office locations are seeking Tax Interns.
Come and see for yourself!
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Prepares individual, corporate, partnership, and other types of tax returns.
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Gains experience, exposure, and knowledge of procedures, workpapers and systems.
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Supports multiple client engagements on time and within budget, identifying issues and communicating progress.
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Expands industry knowledge, through greater exposure to peers, clients, and formal training opportunities.
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Completes research and special projects as needed.
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Communicates effectively with clients and CLA family members on a regular basis.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
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Working towards the achievement of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field – Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.
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Achieving credit requirements to be eligible to sit for the CPA exam per state requirements.
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General knowledge of accounting principles and reporting of financial data.
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Willingness to learn new technologies.
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Proficient with Microsoft (MS) Windows and Office products.
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Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client sites.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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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.
INTRODUCTION
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 Green Bay and Sheboygan office locations are seeking Tax Interns.
Come and see for yourself!
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
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Working towards the achievement of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field – 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Click here to learn about your hiring rights.
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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Get Access To All JobsTax Expert CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Tax Expert role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the position involves duties directly tied to your degree program in accounting, taxation, or finance. Your DSO will evaluate whether tax research, compliance work, client advisory, or return preparation connects to your enrolled coursework. Roles that blend general administrative tasks with tax work may require a more detailed job description to satisfy the integral curriculum requirement.
Can I do CPT at a CPA firm and a corporate tax department in the same semester?
Only if your school authorizes each employer separately on your I-20. CPT is employer-specific, meaning each placement requires its own DSO endorsement. Working at two sites simultaneously under a single CPT authorization is a status violation. Confirm with your DSO whether your program permits concurrent placements before accepting overlapping offers.
How do I find Tax Expert CPT positions that are open to F-1 students?
Migrate Mate lists Tax Expert roles filtered by employers with documented work authorization history, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with CPT. Look for postings that explicitly mention F-1 or CPT eligibility, and prioritize employers in public accounting or corporate tax departments where CPT placements are structurally common.
Does full-time CPT as a Tax Expert affect my OPT eligibility?
Yes. Twelve months or more of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, does not count against your OPT. If you're weighing a full-time Tax Expert CPT placement against preserving 12 months of post-graduation OPT, discuss the tradeoff with your DSO before authorizing full-time status.
What should a Tax Expert CPT offer letter include to satisfy DSO requirements?
Your DSO needs documentation that the role is integral to your curriculum, not just employment in the finance sector. The offer letter should specify tax-related duties such as federal or state return preparation, tax research, compliance review, or audit support. It should also include your start and end dates, hours per week, and the employer's official name and address matching their E-Verify or DOL records.