Audit Associate

DSB Rock Island; Mendota Heights (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DSB Rock Island in Mendota Heights, MN is seeking an Audit Associate to join our Assurance team. This role supports audit, review, and compilation engagements for privately held businesses, providing a solid foundation for early-career accounting professionals.

You’ll work with experienced teammates, develop audit skills, learn methodologies, risk assessment, and client communication while building a path toward CPA certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• 0–5 years of public accounting, audit, or internship experience preferred.
• CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audit, review, and compilation engagements for privately held businesses and organizations.
• Perform fieldwork and testing procedures under guidance from senior team members.
• Develop understanding of audit methodologies, risk assessment, and sampling techniques.
• Analyze financial information and supporting documentation to identify issues and exceptions.
• Prepare workpapers and engagement documentation in accordance with professional standards.
• Gain exposure to financial statement preparation and reporting requirements.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and support engagement completion.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Curiosity/learning

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA

Job description

Build your accounting career with a Top 25 Twin Cities CPA firm—where learning, teamwork, and client service go hand in hand.

DSB Rock Island is seeking a Audit Associate to join our Assurance team. In this role, you'll work alongside experienced professionals while supporting audit, review, and compilation engagements for privately held businesses and organizations. This is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career accounting professional who is eager to develop technical audit skills, gain exposure to a variety of industries, and build a strong foundation for long‑term success in public accounting.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you'll develop your audit knowledge while working directly with clients and experienced team members on a variety of assurance engagements.

• Assist with audit, review, and compilation engagements for privately held businesses and organizations
• Perform fieldwork and testing procedures for assigned engagement areas with guidance from senior team members
• Develop an understanding of audit methodologies, risk assessment, and sampling techniques
• Analyze financial information and supporting documentation to help identify issues and exceptions
• Prepare workpapers and engagement documentation in accordance with professional standards
• Gain exposure to financial statement preparation and reporting requirements
• Communicate with clients to gather information and support engagement completion

What We’re Looking For

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work
• Curiosity and a desire to continuously learn and develop technical expertise
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Positive attitude, professionalism, and strong ethical standards
• Commitment to teamwork and delivering outstanding client service

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field required
• 0–5 years of public accounting, audit, accounting, or internship experience preferred
• CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA certification preferred

Salary Range: $55,000 – $60,000 (depending on education, experience, and CPA progress)

How We Operate EOS

Clear expectations. Ongoing support. Strong communication. Ownership and accountability. At DSB Rock Island, we believe people do their best work when they have the tools, direction, and encouragement to grow.

DSB Rock Island is an equal opportunity employer.