Associate Audit Winter (Nov 2028)

GOTAFE; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars in Madison is seeking an Associate Audit Winter 2028 to apply critical thinking and solid communication in support of diverse audit engagements.

You will complete audit testing on cash, payables, and fixed assets, work with client personnel to reconcile data, and help draft management letter comments and the audit report. You’ll attend client meetings with partners and managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum cumulative overall GPA of 3.0.
• Minimum grade of C or higher in job-relevant coursework and intermediate accounting.
• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam in at least one U.S. state by the start date.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Reliable transportation to and from assigned office and ability to attend off-site meetings and events in person.
• Effective time management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with a team as well as independently.
• Problem-solving attitude and willingness to take initiative.
• Close attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines.
• Preferred: Prior internships in a public accounting firm performing audit work.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Completing audit testing on financial statement accounts such as cash, accounts payable, or fixed assets.
• Working with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data.
• Helping to draft management letter comments and the audit report.
• Participating in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

GPA 3.0

CPA eligibility

Microsoft Office Suite

Strong written and oral communication

Time management

Teamwork and independence

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

GPA 3.0

Intermediate accounting

CPA eligibility by start date

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join Forvis Mazars as an Associate Audit Winter 2028 in Madison, applying critical thinking and social skills to support diverse clients in audit engagements.

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Completing audit testing on financial statement accounts such as cash, accounts payable, or fixed assets
• Working with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data
• Helping to draft management letter comments and the audit report
• Participating in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers

About You

The company is looking for:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum cumulative overall GPA of 3.0
• Minimum grade of C or higher in job-relevant coursework and intermediate accounting
• Eligibility to sit for the CPA exam in at least one U.S. State by the start date
• Solid technical accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Reliable transportation to and from assigned office and ability to attend off-site meetings and events in person
• Effective time management
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with a team as well as independently
• Problem-solving attitude and willingness to take initiative
• Close attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and against deadlines
• Preferred: Prior internships in a public accounting firm performing audit work
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available

Training & Development

As your skill set grows, you will be coached by experienced staff and management personnel, assuming greater responsibility and actively participating in determining your career path.

Career Progression

Opportunities to develop technical skills and strengthen your career foundation while working with clients from various industries.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible