Audit Associate - 50%+ Work from Home

Conrad Llp; Lake Forest (CA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading CPA firm as an Audit Associate, where you'll engage in meaningful audits for government entities. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in auditing and accounting while collaborating with a talented team. With a strong focus on work-life balance and a supportive culture, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment that values your contributions. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work arrangements while building relationships with clients and providing exceptional service. If you're detail-oriented and eager to grow your career in public accounting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental Insurance

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of accounting and auditing experience required.
• Educational requirements met to sit for the CPA exam.

Responsibilities

• Participate in financial and compliance audits for government entities.
• Review and evaluate internal controls and supporting documentation.

Skills

Accounting Concepts

Auditing Skills

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Project Management

Education

BA/BS in Accounting

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Join our dynamic team at Conrad LLP, a leading CPA firm serving government entities.

Why consider Conrad?

• The amazing people and talent pool here at Conrad
• Conrad's Great Culture - Everyone is valued and appreciated. We like working together!
• Our people come first! (Our people are our top priority and Conrad shows its appreciation to individuals regularly)
• Great work-life balance for public accounting (no busy season horror stories!)
• Hybrid (Home and Office) ...50-80% Remote (work from home) positions available
• Competitive Salaries
• Rapid Career Advancement opportunities - (Get promoted faster based on your own work successes)

We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented Audit Associates to support our audit services practice. As an Audit Associate, you will have the opportunity to:

• Participate in financial and compliance audits for a variety of government entities
• Develop your skills in auditing, accounting, and financial analysis
• Collaborate with a team of experienced professionals to provide meaningful recommendations to clients
• Build strong relationships with clients and provide exceptional service

Responsibilities:

• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively with clients and team members
• Ability to balance multiple projects concurrently
• Apply innovative methodologies that support an audit
• Review and evaluate internal controls and supporting documentation
• Development of solutions for implementation to mitigate deficiencies for internal control activities and supporting documentation
• Determine compliance with policies and selected regulations

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university in Accounting
• Educational Requirements Met to Sit for the CPA Exam
• 0-2 years of accounting and auditing experience
• Proficient skills in MS Excel
• Ability to travel up to 15%
• A pre-employment assessment and background check will be required of any candidates prior to employment with the Firm.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with government or healthcare clients a plus

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lake Forest, CA 92630: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Possible)