Audit Associate

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors is seeking an Audit Associate for our Brookfield, WI office. You will join a growing assurance practice serving privately held companies and employee benefit plans, building technical and client service skills for a public accounting career.

As a self-starter, you will carve out your career path at your own pace and contribute to a team that values collaboration, integrity, and relationship-building with clients and colleagues alike.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent required; GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam or pursuing required educational requirements.
• Internship with relevant work experience is a plus.
• Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of work as part of assurance teams, including audits and reviews, and special projects in accordance with firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders
• Gain experience across a diverse client base, including privately held businesses, employee benefit plans, and other assurance engagements, while developing a broad foundation in audit and advisory services
• Communicate with engagement leaders regarding open items, testing problems, or other important matters in a timely manner
• Prepare financial statements and footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs
• Develop technical competency with GAAP and accounting procedures
• Communicate with client and firm associates in a timely, accurate, positive, and professional manner
• Establish and maintain effective client relationships through regular communications, including on-site visits
• Participate in continuing professional education programs
• Serve as a trusted business advisor for clients and associates
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency, recognize potential issues and/or opportunities in engagements, and discuss with engagement leaders
• Travel is expected, as needed, to meet firm and client needs

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ready to take your professional journey to new heights?

The Vrakas CPAs + Advisors team is looking for an Audit Associate to join our growing assurance practice in our Brookfield office. You'll work alongside experienced professionals serving privately held companies and employee benefit plans while building the technical and client service skills needed for a successful public accounting career.

If you’re a self-starter who is eager to carve out your career path at your own pace and be a key player in propelling our firm to new heights, then you might just be the perfect fit for our team.

At Vrakas, we’re not just filling a position; we’re crafting a one-of-a-kind career opportunity tailored to your needs.

The following responsibilities, opportunities, and requirements for this position are as follows:

Responsibilities & Opportunities

• Perform a wide range of work as part of assurance teams, including audits and reviews, and special projects in accordance with firm and professional standards and as directed by engagement leaders
• Gain experience across a diverse client base, including privately held businesses, employee benefit plans, and other assurance engagements, while developing a broad foundation in audit and advisory services
• Communicate with engagement leaders regarding open items, testing problems, or other important matters in a timely manner
• Prepare financial statements and footnotes, management reports, and other engagement outputs
• Develop technical competency with GAAP and accounting procedures
• Communicate with client and firm associates in a timely, accurate, positive, and professional manner
• Establish and maintain effective client relationships through regular communications, including on-site visits
• Participate in continuing professional education programs
• Serve as a trusted business advisor for clients and associates
• Proactively identify improvement opportunities in processes to enhance efficiency, recognize potential issues and/or opportunities in engagements, and discuss with engagement leaders
• Travel is expected, as needed, to meet firm and client needs

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 is required
• Eligible to sit for the CPA exam or the intention to continue to pursue required educational requirements to become eligible
• Internship with relevant work experience a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office products
• General knowledge of accounting principles and/or regulations
• Willingness to learn new skills and programs
• Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for doing impactful work, professionalism, integrity, and dependability

WhyVrakas?

We’reproudofour supportive, people-first culture where your voice matters.You’llcollaborate with a team of experienced professionals who are invested in both client success and each other’s development. We offer opportunities to build your skills, make a meaningful impact, and join a collaborative learning environment where sharing knowledge helps everyone grow and progress together.

With competitive pay, a strong 401(k) andprofit-sharingplan, comprehensive benefits, and generous paid time off,there’sno shortage of reasons to jump aboard.VisitourCulture&Benefitspageformoredetails.

AtVrakas,weareproudtobefiercelyindependentinourmissiontostandtallasoneofthelargestlocally ownedCPAfirmsintheMidwest.

BrookfieldOffice: 445 S. Moorland Road, Suite 400, Brookfield, WI 53005