Experienced Audit Associate

Position Overview

We are seeking an Experienced Audit Associate with at least two years of public accounting experience to join our Audit & Advisory team. In this role, you will work on a variety of assurance and advisory engagements, including audits, reviews, compilations, and business advisory projects. This position is designed for someone building toward a senior role, with opportunities to take on increasing responsibility, develop leadership skills, and gain direct client exposure.

Key Responsibilities

Audit & Assurance:

• Perform audit fieldwork, including substantive testing and analytical procedures, in compliance with professional standards.
• Assist in planning audit engagements and identifying areas of risk.
• Prepare audit workpapers and draft sections of financial statements for review.
• Communicate with clients to gather information, clarify issues, and support audit findings.
• Begin guiding and reviewing the work of junior staff on smaller sections of engagements.

Review & Compilation Engagements:

• Assist in planning and performing review engagements, including inquiries and analytical procedures.
• Prepare compilation engagements, including assembling and presenting financial statements in accordance with professional standards.
• Document client discussions and ensure work meets firm quality requirements.
• Provide clear explanations of accounting and reporting issues to clients.

Business Advisory:

• Support advisory projects such as internal control reviews, process improvement, and operational assessments.
• Contribute to financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and other client projects.
• Research technical and operational issues and draft recommendations for review by senior team members.
• Collaborate with managers and partners to deliver value-added insights to clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Progress toward CPA certification strongly preferred.
• 2 years of experience in public accounting (audit, review, or compilation experience required).
• Working knowledge of GAAP and professional standards for audits, reviews, and compilations.
• Strong technical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client-service mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software and data analytics tools a plus.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to work across audits, reviews, compilations, and advisory engagements.
• Mentorship and professional development to prepare you for a senior role.
• CPA exam support and continuing education.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A collaborative culture with exposure to a variety of industries and client challenges.