Public Sector (Government / Not-for-Profit) Audit Senior Associate

Whitley Penn has become one of the region’s most distinguished and fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. We believe in working in collaborative teams with an emphasis on open-door policy and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking. We learn, innovate, and succeed by sharing knowledge, embracing diversity, and working together. We are all part of the same family and each person matters. We are more than just a job.

How Will You Make an Impact? 

• Lead audit engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, and ensuring deadlines are met


• Build relationships with clients by developing an understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives; learn to apply this knowledge to enhance engagements, identify issues, and make recommendations for improvements


• Manage client deadline expectations, monitor actual performance against budget, and continually communicate engagement status to Managers


• Supervise, teach, and develop associates and interns, including delegation of assignments, detailed review of staff prepared work papers, and evaluating performance on engagements


• Continuously develop a comprehensive understanding of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards and how they apply to engagements


• Assist with business proposals, networking, and recruiting opportunities

 How Will You Get Here? 

• 3+ years of public accounting external audit experience, preferably public sector 


• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's degree preferred


• CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress


• Strong technical knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards


• Strong accounting knowledge of GASB Basic Financial Statements for State and Local Governments


• Knowledge of risk assessment in the governmental accounting environment


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Must be highly dedicated with a positive attitude and a team player who takes initiative and has an eagerness to learn and acquire new skills and knowledge

Why Should You Apply?

• Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)


• Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance


• 17 Annual Firm holidays, with extended break around July 4^th and year end


• 20 days PTO


• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave


• 401(k) with Profit Sharing


• Discretionary Bonus Program


• Firm Paid Becker CPA Review Course & Reimbursement for Exam Fees


• Health & Wellness Program


• Pet Insurance 

Whitley Penn is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to on age, race, creed, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: https://www.dropbox.com/s/olsr5xgsgxsntu3/E-Verify%20Notices.pdf?dl=0.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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