Audit Associate

About the role

Walker & Armstrong LLP has been providing audit, attest, tax, accounting, and consulting services to clients for 50 years. For the third year in a row, the firm made Ranking Arizona’s Top 10 list, climbing to #2 among mid-sized accounting firms. The firm services a wide variety of industries and entities including nonprofit and governmental entities, privately-held businesses, and individuals. The Firm is a licensed Certified Public Accounting firm with offices located in Phoenix, Tucson and Carefree, Arizona.

As an audit associate, you will begin your career working in collaboration with seniors, managers, and partners on various engagements. You will have the opportunity to learn and perform a variety of aspects of the engagement.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests of controls
• Perform confirmation and testing of account balances and activity
• Assist with the drafting of financial statements, note disclosures, and related reports
• Enhance existing knowledge and experience using the latest resources and technology in a paperless environment

Requirements

• Positive attitude
• Accounting degree
• Knowledge of GAAP and GAAS
• Proficient with technology
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with automated accounting systems (a plus)
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Able to organize projects
• Travel approximately 25%
• Unable to consider applicants who now or in the future require visa sponsorship or work authorization support

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with firm contributions
• Bonuses and profit sharing
• Firm-paid CPE and professional dues
• Generous paid vacation and sick leave
• Paperless environment and modern tech tools