Audit Associate: Fast-Track to Partnership (Houston)

WithumSmith+Brown; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WithumSmith+Brown in Houston, TX is seeking an Audit Associate to join our collaborative audit team. You will analyze client accounting records, evaluate controls, and prepare workpapers while partnering with experienced CPAs to deliver high‑quality assurance services.

This role offers a growth path toward partnership, a hybrid work model, and exposure to diverse industries. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and CPA aspirations are required; 1+ year of public accounting audit experience is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Licensed CPA or working towards CPA certification.
• At least 1 year of experience in public accounting audit.
• Strong analytical, technical audit, organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engagements and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing and reviewing client accounting records and financial statements.
• Evaluating internal control systems, audit risk, materiality and compliance with GAAS.
• Creating detailed workpapers to support the accounting work.
• Working on portions of larger audit engagements and collaborating with engagement team seniors or supervisors.
• Proofreading (to become familiar with a wide range of reports).
• Assuming full responsibility on smaller accounting engagements, as proficiency increases.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Communication skills

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

WithumSmith+Brown in Houston, TX is seeking an Audit Associate to join our collaborative audit team. You will analyze client accounting records, evaluate controls, and prepare workpapers while partnering with experienced CPAs to deliver high‑quality assurance services.

This role offers a growth path toward partnership, a hybrid work model, and exposure to diverse industries. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and CPA aspirations are required; 1+ year of public accounting audit experience is