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Audit Associate

Ascend Partner Firms
Location
Chapel Hill, NC
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Assurance
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
  • 1–3 years of external audit experience in public accounting
  • Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, GAAS, internal controls, and financial statement presentation
  • Experience preparing audit workpapers, reconciliations, lead schedules, analytical procedures, and financial statement tie-outs
  • Ability to take ownership of assigned audit areas and complete work accurately within established budgets and deadlines
  • Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
Nice to have
  • Experience with audit data analytics, internal controls, risk assessment, or enterprise risk management
  • Experience with Excel and electronic audit workpaper or engagement-management software
  • Audit experience with construction companies, automotive dealerships, nonprofit organizations, employee benefit plan audits or other privately held businesses
  • Experience preparing financial statements, disclosures, management letters, audit findings, or proposed adjusting journal entries
  • Interest in developing technical expertise and progressing in their career
What the job really is

The Audit Associate role involves working on various audit engagements for commercial and nonprofit clients, particularly in niche industries such as construction and auto dealerships. The associate will take ownership of assigned audit sections, perform audit procedures, analyze financial information, and communicate with clients and team members. This position is designed for someone with 1-3 years of public accounting experience who is eager to take on more responsibility and grow within the firm.

Benefits
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary insurance options
  • 401(k) matching
  • Performance bonus
  • 12 paid holidays
  • Off-season Flex Fridays
Things to weigh
  • Hybrid opportunity may not suit everyone
  • The role requires multitasking and meeting deadlines, which could be stressful for some candidates
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