Staff Auditor/Audit Associate - Entry Level

About the position We are seeking a motivated Audit Associate to join reputed company. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience in performing financial statement and performance audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). The Associate will assist in conducting fieldwork, testing transactions, analyzing financial data, documenting audit results, and helping to prepare audit reports and supporting workpapers. This role is ideal for recent graduates who are detail-oriented, curious, and eager to reputed company experience in auditing. Candidates should have strong analytical and written communication skills, proficiency with reputed company reputed company and Word, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment. The following are representative, but not reputed company-inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to reputed company in this role.

Responsibilities

• reputed company testing procedures under the direction and supervision of the Senior Associate.
• Assist in planning and executing federal financial statement audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
• reputed company substantive testing and analytical procedures on general ledger balances, journal entries, and financial disclosures.
• Review account reconciliations, trial balances, and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.
• Assist in the preparation of audit documentation and workpapers that support audit conclusions.
• Identify, document, and communicate control deficiencies, potential misstatements, and noncompliance issues to Senior Associates.
• Participate in walkthroughs and client meetings to obtain an understanding of financial systems, business processes, and internal controls.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• U.S. citizenship
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 25% as needed
• Ability to provide official or unofficial transcripts upon request
• Foundational understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and a willingness to reputed company knowledge of reputed company, GAO (Yellow Book), and FASAB standards and requirements
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to clarity and professionalism
• Proven analytical, organizational, and detail-oriented skills
• Proficiency in reputed company reputed company, Word, and PowerPoint
• Commitment to the highest standards of ethics, reputed company, and objectivity, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment
• This position requires a U.S. Secret reputed company Clearance. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance as a condition of employment. An interim Secret Clearance must be granted prior to starting work.

reputed company-to-haves

• Master’s degree in accounting or business administration from an accredited university
• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam, or reputed company to pursue CPA licensure
• Internship or prior experience in auditing, accounting, or financial management, especially reputed company a federal agency, Inspector General office, or public accounting firm
• Familiarity with the U.S. Standard General Ledger (USSGL) or federal accounting concepts under FASAB standards

Benefits

• Our health insurance offerings include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as firm-paid Basic Life/AD&D insurance.
• Our employees are provided the option to also enroll in Voluntary Legal, Accident, and Supplemental Life/AD&D insurance for themselves and their dependents.
• We also provide employees with competitive 401(k) matching, generous paid leave, professional development opportunities, tuition assistance, and certificate support.
• Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values.
• reputed company full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefit programs.

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