Audit Associate: Hands-On Public Accounting Career Growth

Purvis, Gray & Company, LLP ~ Certified Public Accountants; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Purvis Gray, Florida-grown with six offices since 1946, is seeking an Audit Staff professional to join our Assurance Services team in Tallahassee. This is an opportunity for recent graduates or those with 0–2 years of audit experience to grow professionally.

You'll gain hands-on experience serving clients across government, nonprofit, construction, healthcare, and more, with real responsibilities from day one and exposure to US GAAP standards in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 0–2 years of audit experience in public accounting or related internship(s).
• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and U.S. GAAS.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other standard accounting software.

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 thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

Purvis Gray, Florida-grown with six offices since 1946, is seeking an Audit Staff professional to join our Assurance Services team in Tallahassee. This is an opportunity for recent graduates or those with 0–2 years of audit experience to grow professionally.

You'll gain hands-on experience serving clients across government, nonprofit, construction, healthcare, and more, with real responsibilities from day one and exposure to US GAAP standards in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.