Audit Accountant: Grow Your Audit Expertise & Impact

CFS; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an Audit Accountant to take ownership of engagements from planning through completion, collaborating with managers, partners, and clients to ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance.

In this role, you will analyze financial statements, perform audit tests, review controls, and prepare findings and recommendations, while delivering high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of public accounting, audit, or assurance experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting requirements, and audit methodologies.
• Experience with audit software, Microsoft Excel, and accounting systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; CPA designation or progress toward certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial statements, account balances, and supporting documentation to evaluate accuracy and compliance.
• Perform audit testing procedures and prepare comprehensive workpapers for engagements.
• Review internal controls and identify opportunities for process improvements and risk mitigation.
• Partner with clients, managers, and team members to gather information and address audit-related questions.
• Prepare audit findings, reports, and recommendations while ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.

Skills

Public accounting experience

GAAP knowledge

Audit methodologies

Accounting systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Audit software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

CFS in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an Audit Accountant to take ownership of engagements from planning through completion, collaborating with managers, partners, and clients to ensure accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance.

In this role, you will analyze financial statements, perform audit tests, review controls, and prepare findings and recommendations, while delivering high-quality work in a deadline-driven environment.