Audit Associate

Gibson Ruddock Patterson LLC; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Ruddock Patterson LLC in the United States is seeking an Audit Associate to support fieldwork, testing, and documentation with a focus on audit quality and professional skepticism.

The role involves evaluating internal controls, communicating with clients, and planning tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining integrity and confidentiality across client engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting.
• Pursuing or having completed the CPA license.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Excel, specialized audit tools)
• Integrity in all work product.
• Strong time management, organizational skills, and critical thinking.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing on various financial statement areas (e.g., cash, accounts receivable, inventory, capital assets).
• Participate in fieldwork, including visiting clients to conduct audits and gather information.
• Prepare and maintain accurate, organized audit work papers and supporting documentation according to firm quality standards.
• Evaluate clients' internal control procedures and identify potential risks or discrepancies.
• Communicate with client personnel to gather necessary financial data and answer inquiries.
• Understand the scope of each project; plan project tasks and timelines to meet due dates for all deliverables.

Skills

Audit testing

Fieldwork

Documentation

Internal control

Communication

Time management

Analytical skills

Integrity

CPA pursuit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA in progress

Tools

Excel

Audit software

Job description

At GRP, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating a professional, collaborative, and supportive workplace where talented individuals can build rewarding careers while providing exceptional service to our clients.
As our firm continues to grow, we are looking for motivated, detail-oriented professionals who share our commitment to integrity, excellence, and client success. Whether you are beginning your accounting career or looking to take the next step, we offer opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and long-term career growth.

The Audit Associate has the responsibility to provide audit engagement team services with a focus on audit quality and professional skepticism. The Associate assists with foundational auditing tasks such as preparing workpapers, reconciling accounts, and performing audit fieldwork under the supervision of senior accountants and managers.

Key Responsibilities and Skills Needed

• Perform testing on various financial statement areas (e.g., cash, accounts receivable, inventory, capital assets)
• Participate in fieldwork, including visiting clients to conduct audits and gather information
• Prepare and maintain accurate, organized audit work papers and supporting documentation according to firm quality standards
• Evaluate clients' internal control procedures and identify potential risks or discrepancies
• Communicate with client personnel to gather necessary financial data and answer inquiries
• Understand the scope of each project; plan project tasks and timelines to meet due dates for all deliverables
• Continuously build accounting knowledge and skills to work independently and efficiently and assist with advanced assignments
• Strong technical skills and meeting professional development goals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of client information
• Attend client meetings with seniors or managers and assist in fulfilling specific client assistance requests

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting
• Pursuing or having completed the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
• Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Excel, specialized audit tools)
• Integrity in all work product
• Strong time management, organizational skills, and critical thinking
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure