Audit Associate

Capstone Accounting and Tax; Eugene, California (OR, MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Company-paid health, dental, vision

Company-paid life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

HSA & FSA

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Capstone Accounting and Tax is seeking an Assurance team member to assist with compilation, review, and audit engagements under the direction of the Audit and Assurance team and engagement partners. This role offers exposure to multiple industries and a broad range of assurance/accounting services within public accounting.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, with CPA path preferred, and possess strong communication and ethics, as well as proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Progress toward or intent to obtain CPA license preferred.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles including U.S. GAAP, GAAS, and SSARS.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of compilation, review and audit procedures in accordance with SSARS and GAAS, respectively.
• Assist in analyzing financial data, investigating variances, and documenting conclusions.
• Perform audit testing, including evaluating or testing internal controls and substantive testing.
• Ensure engagement documentation complies with firm policies and professional standards.
• Assist in preparation of financial statements and note disclosures.
• Communicate professionally with clients to request information and clarify accounting matters.
• Manage multiple engagements and deadlines concurrently.
• Maintain client confidentiality and comply with ethical standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

CPA license pursuit preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

We are a fast-growing CPA firm with 16 offices across the western U.S. providing tax planning and advisory services supported by audit, bookkeeping, and payroll services. Through strong partnerships with financial advisors and attorneys, we deliver a fully integrated client experience.

The Job

As a member of our assurance team, this position is responsible for carrying out compilation, review, and audit engagement tasks. This role will interact with various industries and provide a broad exposure to assurance and accounting services in public accounting. Assignments will be under the direction of Audit and Assurance team and engagement partners.

Qualifications for this position:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Progress toward or intent to obtain CPA license preferred
• Basic understanding of accounting principles including (U.S. GAAP, GAAS, and SSARS) and financial statements
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of client information
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
  

What do we need you to do?

• Assist in the execution of compilation, review and audit procedures in accordance with SSARS and GAAS, respectively.
• Assist in analyzing financial data, investigating variances, and documenting conclusions
• Perform audit testing, including evaluating or testing internal controls and substantive testing
• Ensure engagement documentation complies with firm policies and professional standards
• Assist in preparation of financial statements and note disclosures
• Communicate professionally with clients to request information and clarify accounting matters
• Manage multiple engagements and deadlines concurrently
• Maintain client confidentiality and comply with ethical standards
  

What's in it for you?

• Competitive wages, generous paid time off, and paid holidays.
  
• Growing organization that is looking for people who want to do better for themselves, their teammates and their clients.

• Upward mobility and growth opportunities.

Although we take our work very seriously, we don't take ourselves too seriously. This is more than just a place to get through the work day. We enjoy our work and our time together! Pay determined based on experience and education.

Benefits:

• 401(k) match
• 100% company-paid health, dental, vision Insurance
• Company-paid life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• HSA & FSA
• Flexible schedule