Audit Associate

Aprio; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account & Dependent

401k with Profit Sharing

9+ holidays and discretionary time off

Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance & CPA support with

Discretionary incentive compensation

Incentive compensation for new client

Top rated wellness program

Flexible working environment: remote &

Job summary

Aprio is seeking an Audit Associate to join our growing audit practice, helping businesses manage financial reporting, internal controls, and evolving accounting regulations. You will contribute to client engagements across industries, building a foundation for a sustained career in public accounting within a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Key responsibilities include performing audits, preparing work papers, and presenting financial statements, with travel about 15–20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required; Master's degree is preferred.
• CPA licensure or completion of 150 credit hours is required to sit for the CPA exam.
• 0–1 year of experience in public accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits in accordance with applicable professional standards.
• Prepare audit work papers and adjusting trial balances.
• Compile financial statements into written reports for presentation to clients.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Travel approximately 15–20% of the time to support client engagements.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Collaborative work style

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Work with a Top 20 CPA and advisory firm that Accounts for Anything. Aprio has 40 U.S. office locations, as well as international office locations and more than 3,200 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them. Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Job Summary

Aprio is seeking an Audit Associate to join our growing audit practice, where you will work alongside a team of credentialed professionals to help businesses manage financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and stay ahead of evolving accounting regulations. In this role, you will contribute to meaningful client engagements across a variety of industries, helping organizations assess the quality of their financial information and identify opportunities to improve operating efficiencies. This position offers a strong foundation for building a long-term career in public accounting within a collaborative and growth-focused environment.

What You'll Gain/ Impact

• Opportunity to develop technical audit skills through hands-on client work alongside experienced professionals
• Exposure to diverse industries, helping organizations improve financial reporting capabilities and mitigate business risk
• A clear and supported pathway toward CPA licensure
• Collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and the development of lasting client and colleague relationships

Key Responsibilities

• Perform audits skillfully and accurately in accordance with applicable professional standards
• Prepare audit work papers and adjusting trial balances
• Compile financial statements into written reports for presentation
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and colleagues
• Travel approximately 15-20% of the time to support client engagements

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required Master's degree preferred
• Licensed CPA or completion of 150 credit hours required to sit for the CPA exam
• 0-1 year of experience in public accounting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and professionally with clients and colleagues

Why work for Aprio:

Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.

Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment

- Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

- 401k with Profit Sharing

- 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure

- Parental Leave - coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers

- Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion

- Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance

- Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales

- Top rated wellness program

- Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

What's in it for you:

- Working with an industry leader: Be part of a high-growth firm that is passionate for what's next.

- An awesome culture: Thirty-one fundamental behaviors guide our culture every day ensuring we always deliver an exceptional team-member and client experience. We call it the Aprio Way. This shared mindset creates lasting relationships between team members and with clients.

- A great team: Work with a high-energy, passionate, caring and ambitious team of professionals in a collaborative culture.

- Entrepreneurship: Have the freedom to innovate and bring your ideas to help us grow to become the CPA firm of choice nationally.

- Growth opportunities: Grow professionally in an environment that fosters continuous learning and advancement.

- Competitive compensation: You will be rewarded with competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits and a flexible work environment to enjoy work/life balance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Aprio is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Aprio, LLP and Aprio Advisory Group, LLC, operate in an alternative business structure, with Aprio Advisory Group, LLC providing non-attest tax and consulting services, and Aprio, LLP providing CPA firm services.