Audit Associate

About the role

Join our audit team as an Audit Associate and contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative, innovative environment. This position, located in Alexandria, VA, involves performing audit procedures under the supervision of a Manager, including audit testing, data analysis, and assisting with the preparation of deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Execute day-to-day audit activities of the engagement.
• Request and analyze audit-related data.
• Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of Federal Government audit and financial management requirements.
• Assist in drafting and preparing project deliverables.
• Utilize technology to share knowledge, develop skills, and continually learn.
• Demonstrate an understanding of accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations.
• Exhibit professionalism and competence in a client environment.
• Perform substantive audit testing of financial transactions.
• Review and evaluate internal controls and related supporting documentation.
• Contribute to the development of findings and recommendations.
• Document the results of audit procedures in accordance with professional standards and firm quality control requirements.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university with a major in Accounting.
• Minimum of 1 year of Accounting and/or Auditing experience.
• Active interim Secret clearance (requires U.S. citizenship).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or eligibility to sit for CPA certification.

About the Company

Kearney & Company is exclusively focused on the Government sector, providing financial services including auditing, consulting, and technology services. Recognized as one of the leading accounting firms in the country, Kearney is committed to dedication, trust, and employee satisfaction, consistently rated as a Best Place to Work. The firm offers a flexible, collaborative, and open-minded work environment.

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is between $60,000 and $78,000, representative of base pay only. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, work location, clearance level, and other factors permitted by law. This position is eligible for bonuses when applicable.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan.
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account.
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances.
• Legal Insurance and Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits, and other firm benefits.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA); up to 26 weeks for military family leave.