Staff Auditor​/Audit Associate - Entry Level

Audit Associate

We are seeking a motivated Audit Associate to join our team. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience in performing financial statement and performance audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS). The Associate will assist in conducting fieldwork, testing transactions, analyzing financial data, documenting audit results, and helping to prepare audit reports and supporting work papers.

This role is ideal for recent graduates who are detail-oriented, curious, and eager to gain experience in auditing. Candidates should have strong analytical and written communication skills, proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

The following are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to lead in this role.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform testing procedures under the direction and supervision of the Senior Associate.
• Assist in planning and executing federal financial statement audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
• Perform substantive testing and analytical procedures on general ledger balances, journal entries, and financial disclosures.
• Review account reconciliations, trial balances, and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and proper classification.
• Assist in the preparation of audit documentation and work papers that support audit conclusions.
• Identify, document, and communicate control deficiencies, potential misstatements, and noncompliance issues to Senior Associates.
• Participate in walkthroughs and client meetings to obtain an understanding of financial systems, business processes, and internal controls.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• U.S. citizenship
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 25% as needed
• Ability to provide official or unofficial transcripts upon request
• Foundational understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and a willingness to develop knowledge of AICPA, GAO (Yellow Book), and FASAB standards and requirements
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to clarity and professionalism
• Proven analytical, organizational, and detail-oriented skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Commitment to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and objectivity, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment

Thrive in Your Career:

A Place Where You Belong
- Excellence is at the core of our team's success. Williams Adley's culture of integrity, teamwork, and excellence creates an environment where you can thrive. With a range of business resources and opportunities for connection, you'll build your community in no time.

Grow With Us
- Your growth matters to us—that's why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities, including in-house training, paid training and certificate assistance programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, professional membership/subscription dues, and professional development opportunities, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your terms.

Give Back to Your Community
- Williams Adley believes in giving our time, treasures, and talents back to our community so that it can be a place for all people to thrive. Our Community Service Program, the Williams Adley Foundation, works with our employees to find important causes and put our firm's full support behind them.

Support Your Well-Being
- Our comprehensive benefits package supports your overall wellness by providing access to licensed counselors through our Employee/Life Assistance Program, financial counseling with licensed advisors, paid holidays, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), and more.

Your Candidate Journey:

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