Audit Associate

Jacobson Lawrence & Co

Greenville, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Audit Software, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Documentation, Federal Grants, Financial Audit, Financial Statements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Government Standards, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Nonprofit, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Public Accounting, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Support Documentation, Testing, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Workpaper Preparation, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Greenville, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Posting TitleAudit Associate

Job Description

Position Summary

As an Audit Associate, you will play a key role in performing audits and assurance services, with a primary focus on nonprofit clients and Single Audits (Uniform Guidance). You’ll work under the supervision of senior auditors and managers to conduct fieldwork, prepare audit documentation, and ensure compliance with both generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS) and government auditing standards (GAGAS).

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build a career in nonprofit and governmental auditing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform audit procedures in accordance with GAAS
  • Assist in planning and executing audits of nonprofit organizations, including those subject to Single Audit requirements
  • Prepare workpapers and audit documentation supporting audit conclusions
  • Review financial statements for accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP
  • Conduct internal control and risk assessments during fieldwork
  • Perform compliance testing related to federal and state grants
  • Communicate effectively with clients regarding audit issues, deadlines, and required information
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure timely completion of engagements
  • Stay current on updates to GAAP

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
  • CPA-eligible (or working toward CPA licensure in Texas)
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills
  • Ability to travel to client locations within Texas as needed
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Preferred:

  • Internship or 1+ year of experience in public accounting or audit
  • Exposure to nonprofit accounting or Single Audit engagements
  • Experience with audit software 

About the Company

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Jacobson Lawrence & Co