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

Job Specifics

Title: Audit Associate – Public Sector
Classification: Full-time; Exempt
Department: Audit – Public Sector
Location: Dallas, Plano, or Fort Worth
Office Expectations/Hours: Fully in-office/on client site position; general work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8 hours/day between 8am to 5pm with overtime, as needed.

What Will You Do?

• Participate on projects and engagements, where you will grow your accounting and business knowledge and learn the firm’s audit engagement process
• Perform external audit procedures on financial statements and internal controls
• Identify, measure, and analyze data
• Learn to communicate, build relationships, and proactively work with clients to gather information needed to conduct assignments in an organized and efficient way
• Learn how engagement budgets connect to firm financial results and how to manage your personal billable hours to engagement budgets
• Develop knowledge of the firm, including its professional capabilities and our client service philosophy
• Participate in community organizations/events through volunteer and networking opportunities

What Do You Need to Get Here?

• 1 – 2 years of public accounting external audit experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's degree preferred
• CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress
• Preferred knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards
• Preferred knowledge of GASB Basic Financial Statements for State and Local Governments
• Preferred 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 Join Us?

• Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
• Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
• 17 Annual Firm holidays, with extended breaks around July 4th and year end
• 20 days PTO for Salaried Employees
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• Discretionary Bonus Program
• Firm Paid Becker CPA Review Course & Reimbursement for Exam Fees
• Health & Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance

Additional Information

Firm is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit this link to review disclosure notifications.