Audit Associate: Hands-On Growth in Public Accounting

Purvis, Gray & Company, LLP ~ Certified Public Accountants; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Purvis Gray is seeking an Audit Staff to join our Assurance Services team. Recent graduates or professionals with up to 2 years of audit experience will gain hands-on experience serving clients across government, nonprofit, construction, healthcare, and more.

You'll work closely with experienced team members, take real responsibilities from day one, and contribute to the development of interns while collaborating across teams as you learn auditing standards and apply U.S. GAAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA license strongly preferred.
• 0–2 years of audit experience in public accounting or related internship.
• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and U.S. GAAS.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other standard accounting software.
• Ability to travel to client sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of audit and assurance engagements
• Perform fieldwork including substantive testing, internal control evaluations, and data analysis
• Prepare workpapers in accordance with firm standards
• Support the preparation of financial statements and related disclosures
• Participate in client meetings and communicate effectively with engagement teams
• Research and apply U.S. GAAP and relevant auditing standards
• Address client questions and issues with professionalism and accuracy
• Contribute to the development of interns and collaborate across teams

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Excel

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA track or CPA candidate

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Purvis Gray is seeking an Audit Staff to join our Assurance Services team. Recent graduates or professionals with up to 2 years of audit experience will gain hands-on experience serving clients across government, nonprofit, construction, healthcare, and more.

You'll work closely with experienced team members, take real responsibilities from day one, and contribute to the development of interns while collaborating across teams as you learn auditing standards and apply U.S. GAAP.