CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) Interview Questions
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Tax Intern
Intern Easy Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral
I started with a 30-minute phone screening with the campus recruiter. After passing that, I had an in-person interview at the local office with a senior tax associate and a tax director. It was pretty informal, and they didn't even ask me to introduce myself. The questions were a bit all over the place, which was a little confusing.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you share an instance where you took on an additional responsibility without being asked?
- What's your approach to managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines?
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Audit Intern
Intern Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral
Even though I didn't have any accounting experience, the interview process was surprisingly easy! It started with a 30-minute Teams call with the recruiter. A couple of weeks later, I had an hour-long interview with two directors. They were very approachable and asked pretty standard questions about my past experiences and skills, nothing too technical. The entire process took about a month.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you share an instance where you had to manage a challenging interaction with a coworker or client, and explain how you resolved it?
CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)
Director, Total Rewards & HRIS
Director Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
There was a recruiter screen, a hiring manager interview, and then a peer and executive interview. The problem is, they're not even sure what they want this role to do. The whole process was super ambiguous and disorganized. On top of that, the pay is low, no bonus, and it basically feels like a sales job. If you like wasting 4-5 weeks talking to people, go for it. Just remember, jobs with tons of applicants that get reposted are usually more about ego and a team that has no clue what they need, not about finding the right person.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What's your understanding of CLA?
- Could you describe your current book of business?
CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)
Technical Analyst
Entry Average Positive experience Decline offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process was super fast and smooth, stages moved quickly. I didn't have to wait long for any answers, which felt like they really valued my time and kept things moving. The interviews had the usual mix of behavioral and technical questions. What was cool though was how much they seemed to want to get to know me personally. Everyone I talked to tried to see who I was beyond just my resume, asking stuff about my values, goals, and personality. It felt more like a chat than a job interview, and it seemed like they cared about building a real team. All in all, the quick communication and the genuine interest in me made it a good experience. I would have joined if it wasn't for some external things.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you interested in this position?
CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) Interview Questions
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“What are the steps you would take to help a client whose laptop is not connecting to the internet?”
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Read reports →“Are you going to be able to get your CPA after you finish school?”
Read reports →“What draws you to CLA or what do you know about the company?”
Read report →“How would you manage a situation where you have multiple tasks due by the end of the day, and it's impossible to finish them all?”
Read report →“What are your methods for keeping up with current cybersecurity threats and technologies?”
Read report →“What's the maximum number of hours per week you can commit to working?”
Read report →“How do you approach presenting to secure budget approval for new projects or products?”
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