Audit Associate - Growth Track in Public Accounting

donovan-job-board; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Donovan CPAs in Indiana is seeking an Audit staff member to support engagements, assess internal controls, and assist with GAAP/GAAS compliance. You will interact with engagement teams, document procedures, and contribute to delivering accurate financial statements.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, client communication, and teamwork, with opportunities to advance into more independent responsibilities and exposure to Single Audit engagements as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related financial field preferred.
• Started the process of obtaining a CPA license; having sat for and/or passed at least one section of the exam is preferred.
• 12 to 18 months of experience in public accounting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential audit issues during engagements and communicate observations clearly to the team lead or senior.
• Perform internal control walkthroughs and assist in documenting Internal Control memorandums.
• Execute assigned compliance testing procedures (eligibility, reporting, and other areas).
• Perform beginning balance testing procedures, ensuring work is documented and supported.
• Prepare draft financial statements, footnotes, and other audit reports for review.
• Utilize firm audit software and standardized workpapers to document procedures.
• Apply audit methodologies, including risk assessment, sampling, and substantive testing.
• Collaborate with engagement team members and begin taking ownership of discrete sections.
• Gain exposure to Single Audit engagements; prior experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with Single Audit (Yellow Book) engagements is a plus.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related financial field

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Donovan CPAs in Indiana is seeking an Audit staff member to support engagements, assess internal controls, and assist with GAAP/GAAS compliance. You will interact with engagement teams, document procedures, and contribute to delivering accurate financial statements.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, client communication, and teamwork, with opportunities to advance into more independent responsibilities and exposure to Single Audit engagements as you gain experience.