Administrative Assistant (Audit)

Doeren hew; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Doeren Mayhew in Houston, TX, seeks an Administrative Assistant for its Audit Team. The role involves vital administrative tasks supporting audit activities, including preparing reports, organizing documentation, and managing schedules.

Preferred candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, with an associate degree in business, accounting, or a related field. At least 2 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or auditing environments is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is essential, and knowledge of audit management software is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of administrative or audit support experience.
• Preferably within finance/accounting/audit environments.
• Experience handling sensitive financial and personnel information.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing audit reports and presentations.
• Provide general administrative support to the audit department.
• Organize and maintain audit documentation.
• Coordinate meetings and track action items.
• Handle travel arrangements for audit personnel.
• Support data collection and basic audit analytics.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Audit/file management software

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in business, accounting, or related field

Tools

Engagement

Suralink

Job description

Administrative Assistant – Audit Team (Houston, TX)

Doeren Mayhew is a tax, assurance and advisory firm headquartered in Troy, Michigan.

The Administrative Assistant will support the audit team with essential administrative operations and coordination of audit activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing audit reports, presentations, confirmation letters, and other workpapers.
• Provide general administrative support to auditors and the audit department (e.g., scheduling, document preparation, correspondence).
• Organize, maintain, and file audit documentation (physical and digital), ensuring compliance with firm standards.
• Coordinate meetings, record minutes, update calendars, and track action items.
• Manage incoming/outgoing mail, emails, and internal communications.
• Handle travel arrangements and lodging for audit personnel.
• Support data collection and basic audit analytics.
• Perform routine office duties: photocopying, scanning, supply inventory, front‑desk coverage.
• Maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive financial and personnel information.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in business, accounting, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of administrative or audit support experience, preferably within finance/accounting/audit environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with audit/file management software (e.g., Engagement, Suralink) is a plus.

Doeren Mayhew is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or any other status protected by law.