Audit Associate

Audit Associate

Full Time Professional Arlington, VA, US

The Audit Associate works closely with an Audit Senior, contributing to client engagements by auditing federal government agencies, departments, or organizations. This role involves ensuring compliance with federal regulations, accuracy in financial reporting, and assessing the effectiveness of internal controls. The Audit Associate collaborates with a team to test the design and functionality of all relevant controls, ensuring compliance with system requirements, agency regulations, and other applicable laws.

RMA's Audit Associates have the unique opportunity to work on multiple engagements that expose them to all practice areas within RMA. The successful candidate will be flexible and demonstrate their ability to contribute to IT Audit, Performance Audit, and Financial Statement Audit engagements.

• Perform segments of client engagements under the supervision of an Audit Senior.
• Assist in audits of federal government agencies, departments, or organizations.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, financial reporting accuracy, and the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Work as part of a team to test the design and effectiveness of all relevant controls over compliance with system requirements, agency regulations, and other laws and regulations.
• Prepare audit work papers and documentation in accordance with firm and professional standards.
• Communicate audit findings to the Audit Senior and participate in client meetings as required.
• Remain current on regulatory changes and industry trends affecting clients.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a business-related degree.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Entry-level: internship experience or relevant work experience is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
• Possesses the organizational, time management, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills needed to successfully perform the position's key responsibilities.
• Communicate effectively by presenting technical information in language appropriate to the client’s level of technical expertise.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

• Competitive base salary + 401K match
• Regular firm-sponsored team-building events
• Tight-knit professional community and social atmosphere
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Employee Coaching and Mentoring Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Commuter Benefit Accounts (CBA)
• Professional Membership and Certification Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Plan

• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit.
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Continually required to talk or hear.
• Continually required to utilize visual acuity to operate equipment (computer), read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
• Work is conducted in a typical office environment.

RMA Associates is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetics, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.