Audit Associate: CPA Track & Career Growth

Forvis Mazars US; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars in Virginia is seeking an accounting student for a full-time audit role aimed at CPA eligibility. You will work with clients across industries, performing audit tests and building technical accounting skills.

The role emphasizes teamwork, initiative, and attention to detail, with opportunities to join client meetings with partners and managers as you progress toward CPA eligibility.

Qualifications

• Associate positions require a bachelor's degree.
• Must maintain a minimum cumulative overall GPA of 3.0.
• Achievement of a minimum grade of C or higher in job-relevant coursework.
• Achievement of a minimum grade of C or higher in intermediate accounting.
• Candidates must be eligible to sit for the CPA exam in at least one U.S. State by the start date of the role.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from your assigned office and be able to attend off-site meetings and events in person.

Responsibilities

• Completing audit testing on financial statement accounts such as cash, accounts payable, or fixed assets
• Working with client personnel to reconcile account differences and analyze financial data
• Helping to draft management letter comments and the audit report
• Participating in client meetings alongside Forvis Mazars partners and managers

Skills

Effective time management

Strong oral and written communication

Teamwork and independence

Problem-solving

Initiative

Attention to detail

Working under deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree

GPA 3.0

CPA exam eligibility by start date

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Forvis Mazars in Virginia is seeking an accounting student for a full-time audit role aimed at CPA eligibility. You will work with clients across industries, performing audit tests and building technical accounting skills.

The role emphasizes teamwork, initiative, and attention to detail, with opportunities to join client meetings with partners and managers as you progress toward CPA eligibility.