Assurance Experienced Staff Associate

Rehmann Robson LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehmann Robson LLC in the United States seeks an Audit Staff Associate to work on a variety of client engagements from start to finish, under mentorship from seasoned professionals. You will review prior year work papers, perform procedures on moderately complex areas, and contribute to management letters while building knowledge of clients' systems and controls.

Travel to client sites is expected. This role emphasizes integrity, strong Excel and communication skills, and a drive to complete CPA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting.
• 150 CPA credits and all degrees completed before full-time start date.
• Plan to complete the CPA exam within two years of employment with Rehmann.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong, hands-on Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Willingness to routinely travel to client locations.
• Unwavering integrity in all situations.
• Initiative and drive evidenced through leadership experiences in work and/or campus extracurriculars.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing prior year work papers and most recent interim financial statements prior to the beginning of an engagement.
• Performing audit procedures for moderately complex areas.
• Identifying and drafting relevant management letter comments, supported by factual information corroborated with appropriate client personnel.
• Maintaining knowledge of clients' policies, procedures and business conditions.
• Understanding clients' basic accounting practices and transactions, and their inter-relationships with financial information systems.
• Demonstrating working knowledge of clients' accounting systems, including computer control structure and environment, and assessing the effectiveness of controls.

Skills

Excel skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Integrity

Travel willingness

Initiative

Lifelong learner

Education

Accounting degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s)

Job description

Your Passion. Your Purpose. If you’re here, you’re looking for something more. More opportunity, more impact, more purpose. At Rehmann, each and every one of our associates plays a pivotal role in the Firm’s success. When you join our team, you can count on exceptional support, encouragement, and guidance from your colleagues and from leadership. No matter where you want to go in your career, Rehmann can help you get there. Whether you’re in the early stages of your professional journey or you’re further down your path, we’re focused on helping you achieve your goals - whatever they may be. When you join Rehmann, you are part of a culture that Puts People First and aims to help everyone reach their fullest potential. Let us show you all the ways we can Empower Your Purpose. To learn more about Rehmann, visit: https://www.rehmann.com/careers/

Job Description: Our Commitment - Your Rehmann Experience:

• Receive mentorship and support from team-focused associates invested in the development of others
• Collaborate directly with clients and top firm leaders
• Gain exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries
• Build new relationships in a friendly, professional, and growth-focused environment
• Experience a culture that promotes an open-door policy and work/life integration
• Engage in complex projects and engagements from start to finish
• Receive formal firm-wide training and continuous education
• Participate in community outreach events and initiatives
• Receive free Becker Review materials and earn rewards for passing the CPA exam within 2 years of full-time start date
• Earn a voice that is heard and makes an impact

How You Will Make an Impact as an Audit Staff Associate:

• Reviewing prior year work papers and most recent interim financial statements prior to the beginning of an engagement
• Performing audit procedures for moderately complex areas
• Identifying and drafting relevant management letter comments, supported by factual information corroborated with appropriate client personnel
• Maintaining knowledge of clients' policies, procedures and business conditions
• Understanding clients' basic accounting practices and transactions, and their inter-relationships with financial information systems
• Demonstrating working knowledge of clients' accounting systems, including computer control structure and environment, and assessing the effectiveness of controls

Your Desired Skills, Experiences & Values:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting
• 150 CPA credits and all degrees completed before full-time start date
• Graduated with 150 credits by full-time position start date
• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Plan to complete the CPA exam within two years of employment with Rehmann
• Initiative and drive exhibited through leadership experiences in work and/or campus extracurriculars
• Some work experience (related or unrelated)
• Strong, hands‑on Excel skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Motivation to continuously learn and improve, easy to coach
• Willingness to routinely travel to client locations
• Unwavering integrity in all situations

We Put People First in all that we do. Our associates are our greatest assets and we provide programs and benefits that encourage growth and development and align with their needs and goals. This includes benefits focused on physical and mental health, paid time off for volunteering and diversity-related activities, flexible work arrangements, and more.

Rehmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Rehmann is a professional advisory firm that provides accounting and assurance, business solutions and outsourcing, specialized consulting, and wealth management services. For over 80 years, Rehmann has provided forward-thinking solutions to our clients nationwide. With over 1,000 associates in Michigan, Ohio, and Florida, we are the momentum behind what’s possible. We focus on the business of business - allowing companies and individuals to focus on what makes them extraordinary. We help you look to the future with confidence, thanks to our unrivaled expertise and integrity. Through our partnerships with our clients and communities, we drive impact that empowers our world.

Find us online at rehmann.com