Assurance Associate

Staff Financial Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A growing accounting firm in Milwaukee seeks an Assurance Associate to support audit engagements and develop foundational skills. The role is aimed at recent graduates or early career professionals eager to work in public accounting. Responsibilities include client interaction, substantive testing, and internal controls assessment. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and have strong communication and analytical skills. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and a collaborative, people-first culture.

Qualifications

• Strong academic performance (GPA 3.0+ preferred).
• Relevant internship experience or work experience.
• Ability to work effectively with team members.

Responsibilities

• Engage proactively with clients year-round.
• Perform substantive testing on financial statements.
• Test internal controls and assess deficiencies.
• Learn directly through on-the-job coaching, mentoring, and firm-wide training programs.
• Use your entrepreneurial mindset to build strong internal and external relationships.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting or related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Assurance Associate - Milwaukee, WI

Who: A motivated early-career accounting professional eager to develop strong technical and client service skills.

What: Support assurance engagements through substantive testing, internal control assessments, and year-round client interaction while building foundational audit skills.

When: Full-time role designed for recent graduates or early career professionals ready to launch their public accounting career.

Where: Milwaukee, WI

Why: To gain hands‑on experience, build relationships, and grow into a trusted business advisor within a fast-growing firm.

Office Environment: A collaborative, people‑first culture that values learning, flexibility, and professional development.

Salary: Competitive compensation with benefits.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Assurance Associate who will serve as a trusted member of engagement teams, delivering audit and other assurance services to a diverse group of privately held and publicly traded clients. This role offers strong career trajectory, meaningful development opportunities, and exposure to real-world accounting and business challenges.

What You Will Do

• Engage proactively with clients to gather information and respond to questions throughout the year.
• Perform substantive testing on balance sheets and income statements.
• Test internal controls, assess potential deficiencies, and discuss recommendations for improvement.
• Learn directly through on-the‑job coaching, mentoring, and firm‑wide training programs.
• Use your entrepreneurial mindset to build strong internal and external relationships.
• Contribute to a collaborative culture while gaining valuable professional experience and friendships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Accounting or related business degree with sufficient coursework to sit for the CPA exam.
• Strong academic performance (GPA 3.0+ preferred).
• Relevant internship experience, work experience, or involvement in professional organizations.
• Ability to work effectively with team members and all levels of client personnel.
• Strong time management, communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, initiative, and adaptability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• No immigration sponsorship available for this position.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.