Audit Associate | 2025

CBIZ, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services advisor is seeking an Audit Associate to assist in planning and executing audit assignments across various industries. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, a Bachelor's degree, and a desire to obtain CPA certification. This role involves close client interaction and commitment to exceptional service, alongside opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• CPA eligible; desire to obtain certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning multiple audit assignments.
• Identify and communicate audit issues with senior associates.
• Train and mentor junior associates.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Audit software

Job description

CBIZ, Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers forward-thinking insights and actionable solutions to help clients anticipate what's next and discover new ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 10,000 team members across more than 160 locations in 21 major markets coast to coast.

CBIZ strives to be our team members’ employer of choice by creating an environment where team members are appreciated, recognized for their contributions, and provided with opportunities to grow, both personally and professionally, throughout their careers.

Together, CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs are ranked as one of the top providers of accounting services in the United States. CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business consulting, tax and financial services. In certain jurisdictions, CBIZ CPAs operates under its previous name, Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.

Essential Functions & Primary Duties

• Gain an understanding and assist in planning multiple audit assignments in Real Estate, Construction, Nonprofit, Manufacturing and many more industries
• Execute solid understanding of accounting and auditing principles, quality control standards and technology implementation procedures relative to individual client assignments
• Participate in client assignments from beginning to end
• Identify and communicate audit issues, technical matters and improvement opportunities with senior associates, managers, and partners to resolve client issues discovered during the audit process
• Develop and maintain an excellent working relationship with all levels of client staff to increase customer satisfaction and to strengthen client relationships
• Pledge to provide exceptional service to every client by providing individual attention, responsiveness, and commitment to understanding their goals and needs
• Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality, and personal conduct
• Assist with training and mentoring junior associates and interns on MHM audit methodology

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Taxation or related field preferred
• CPA eligible; desire to obtain certification is required
• Internship experience in accounting or related field preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and tax project management skills, including basic knowledge of GAAP, Taxation compliance, codes and regulations
• Ability to multi-task, think independently and problem solve in a results driven team oriented environment
• Strong verbal and written communications skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Strong computer and technical skills including, Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, intranet and audit software
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs

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