Audit Associate Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

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The Audit Associate is responsible for performing aspects of attest engagements (audits, reviews, and compilations) in a wide variety of industries including; real estate, technology, hospitality, nonprofit, construction, and distribution. This person will gain valuable experience working alongside senior staff and Partners.

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As an Audit Associate within our Audit practice, you will play an integral part in the audit work performed by the Firm and will work on all aspects of an audit, from planning to execution and completion. This work will include tests or procedures performed under general supervision that allow the Firm to collect sufficient evidence to assess whether the client’s financial statements are free of material misstatement. You will help to ensure the completion of our client’s annual reports and interact with clients to identify and resolve audit issues.

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We are looking for a bright, energetic, conscientious, and detail-oriented Audit Associate who enjoys making a difference and being part of a team to join our Audit Team.

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Performance of audit, review, compilation, and write-up fieldwork to include: inventory count observations, testing account reconciliations, recording confirmation results, vouching for invoices to schedules, and organizing data and schedules for testing
- Preparation of basic work papers and analyses and updating of work papers (ie…general ledger trial balances, depreciation schedules, and roll-forward analyses)
- Perform both analytical and substantive testing
- Obtain a working knowledge of firm technology, including the use of applications for trial balance and financial statement preparation, depreciation, research, workflow management, document storage/retrieval, time and billing, and Microsoft Office’s Outlook, Word and Excel.

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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university
- Zero to Three year’s Auditing or Accounting experience
- Has passed the CPA exam or plans to sit for the CPA exam
- Have obtained or be in the process of obtaining the minimum educational requirements to be licensed as a CPA

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We are actively seeking a bright, energetic Audit Associate to assist in delivering services to its clientele in the Audit Department.

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Accounting or related Degree received before the planned start date
GPA minimum of 3.2 preferred
Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset
Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Clear verbal and written communication is required
- Impeccable interpersonal skills

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The Audit Associate clients solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. They provide valuable insights into managing risk and improving business performance and overall financial reporting processes. They keep clients regularly informed about their financial progress and developments that may impact the business.

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The Audit Associate is responsible for planning, performing, reporting, supervising, and following up on specific audit assignments designed to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the information technology processing environment. This individual will perform these activities under the guidance of the IT Audit Director and Chief Audit officer.

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Develop and plan the scope of audits.
Prepare audit programs and execute comprehensive audits in various operational and financial areas of the company, both domestic and international.
Participate in audit planning, progress, and wrap-up meetings.
- Recommend corrective actions or business resolutions, if required, and follow up on implementation.
- Prepare and review audit work papers that evidence completion of an audit and form an adequate basis for the audit report.
- Prepare drafts of audit reports.

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A bachelor's degree, preferably in a technical field (e.g. Computer Science, Computer Engineering, etc.).
Up to 3 years of audit experience within the financial services industry, performing information technology reviews preferred
Strong technical knowledge in at least one technology field (e.g. Networking, Cloud computing, system administration, etc.) required.
CISA, CISSP, and CISM preferred
- Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
- Ability to interact with all levels of management.
- Ability to travel, domestic and international

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As an Audit Associate, you will be a value architect delivering audit and other assurance services to clients.

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Proactively engage with your clients throughout the year to gather needed information to complete testing and respond to questions raised
Perform substantive testing on client’s balance sheets and income statements
Test for deficiencies in internal controls and discuss recommendations for improvement
- Learn and grow from direct on-the-job coaching and mentoring along with participating in firm-wide learning and development programs
- Utilize your entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients
- Build friendships and strong work relationships while gaining valuable experience

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Bachelor’s or master's degree in accounting or a related degree in business, with sufficient course work and credits to sit for the CPA exam in the state you are being considered
Outstanding academic performance is required, with a preferred GPA of 3.0 or above
Relevant internship, work experience, and/or involvement with a professional organization
The ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of client personnel
- Demonstrated skills in the areas of time management, communication, interpersonal skills, relationship building, collaboration, and problem-solving
- Organizational and analytical skills, initiative, adaptability
- Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Job summary 8

We are currently seeking an Audit Associate to join our Audit practice.

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Execute the day-to-day activities of audit engagements including Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) registrants and supporting the execution of a high-quality audit
- Maintain and apply foundational knowledge of industry-specific accounting literature
- Participate in client and engagement team interactions in a professional manner, including properly conveying information gathered from the client to the engagement team
- Identify and communicate potential issues and opportunities for audit efficiencies and process improvement to Senior Associates, Managers, and Partners

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Minimum of one year of current and/or recent audit experience in public accounting
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university and eligible to sit for the CPA exam in their home state and must meet minimum educational requirements for the CPA licensure
- Applied working knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting procedures
- Adhere to the firm's values and code of conduct
- Ability and willingness to travel as needed

Job summary 9

The Audit Associate assists in engagement team members on audit and other attest engagements.

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Perform testing procedures
- Prepare electronic work papers by engagement plan
- Stay current on accounting and auditing guidance
- Act in a professional manner in all client and team interactions

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Job summary 10

We are looking for an Audit Associate.

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Effectively apply A&A knowledge to client situations
Determine audit risk areas based on current events and trends within the client's business
- Analyze and document the client's reporting framework and internal control audit procedures
- Review financial statements and other deliverables
- Provide timely and effective responses to client needs and concerns

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1-2 years of external audit experience in a public accounting firm, serving clients in the private, for-profit sector.
Experience effectively applying A&A knowledge to client situations, determining audit risk areas based on current events and trends within the client's business, analyzing and documenting the client's reporting framework and internal control audit procedures, and providing timely and effective responses to client needs and concerns
- Demonstrated commitment and track record of providing exceptional client service
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple engagements
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

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