Experienced Audit Associate

Major Responsibilities & Duties:

• Further gain familiarity with pronouncements of the Financial Accounting Standards Boards and AICPA.


• Become proficient at auditing financial statements for clients.


• Obtain exposure to the types of financial statement engagements offered by the Firm.


• Assume responsibility for various segments of audits under supervision.


• Be familiar with current accounting principles and auditing techniques.


• Execute day-to-day activities of audit engagements for multiple clients.


• Interact with clients to help audit team efficiency.


• Communicate auditing matters and problems to Senior Associates, Managers, and Partners.


• Acquire a working knowledge of the client’s business.

• Become oriented with the Firm’s practices, policies, and culture.


• Establish a Continuing Professional Educational program to include participation in training sessions, and reading and self-study programs, in preparation for a supervisory role.


• Perform other duties as necessary.

Requirements & Qualifications:

The successful candidate will possess the following basic qualifications:

• Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.


• Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills.


• Ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment.


• Professionalism, dependability, integrity, and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative attitude.


• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to multitask and complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines.


• Dedicated to superior client service.


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.


• 4-16 months of recent work experience, encompassing at least one audit busy season, in the field of accounting, with exposure to various responsibilities in public accounting.


• Demonstrated knowledge of basic business, technology, or audit principles/standards.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs, including spreadsheet programs (i.e., Excel).

Education and Licenses:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.


• Bachelor’s degree in any field AND a Master’s degree in accounting.


• Advanced degree is preferred.


• CPA certification (active) preferred or working toward if not already obtained.