Audit Associate (Houston - Start Date: September 2028)

MaloneBailey, LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standard firm benefits

Job summary

MaloneBailey, LLP, a leading public accounting firm in Houston, is seeking an Audit Associate to develop skills in accounting and auditing. The role involves responsibilities like auditing financial statements, managing projects, and client interactions.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and strong analytical skills. You will be expected to thrive in a dynamic team environment and will receive training to pave the way for supervisory roles.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience as an auditor at a public accounting firm.
• Knowledge of business, technology, or audit principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Become familiar with financial pronouncements and auditing techniques.
• Audit financial statements under supervision.
• Execute day-to-day activities of audit engagements.
• Communicate issues with Senior Associates and Managers.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Leadership skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The Audit Associate is expected to acquire and develop competence, skills, and judgment in accounting principles and auditing procedures.

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience, standard firm benefits. Hours Required: 40 hrs + OT. FLSA Status: Exempt.

About Company

Founded in 1982, MaloneBailey, LLP is a PCAOB-registered, market‑leading public accounting firm headquartered in Houston with offices in Beijing, Shenzhen, and Tokyo. We provide audit and accounting services to public and private companies and serve a substantial number of public company clients, including NYSE, NASDAQ, and OTC‑listed companies. MaloneBailey is a member of HLB, The Global Advisory and Accounting Network. For more information, visit www.malonebailey.com.

Major Responsibilities & Duties

• Become familiar with pronouncements of the Financial Accounting Standards Boards and AICPA.
• Become proficient at auditing financial statements for clients.
• Obtain exposure on the types of financial statement engagements offered by the Firm.
• Assume responsibility for various segments of audits under supervision.
• Be familiar with current accounting principles and auditing techniques.
• Execute day‑to‑day activities of audit engagements for multiple clients.
• Interact with clients to help audit team efficiency.
• Communicate auditing matters and problems to Senior Associates, Managers, and Partners.
• Acquire a working knowledge of the client’s business.
• Become oriented with the Firm’s practices, policies, and culture.
• Establish a Continuing Professional Education program to include participation in training sessions, reading, and self‑study programs, in preparation for a supervisory role.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Requirements & Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess the following basic qualifications:

• Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic team environment.
• Professionalism, dependability, integrity, and trustworthiness combined with a cooperative attitude.
• Highly motivated self‑starter with the ability to multitask and complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines.
• Dedicated to superior client service.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

The Successful Candidate Will Possess The Following Qualifications

• 0 – 3 years of recent work experience as an auditor at a public accounting firm.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic business, technology, or audit principles/standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software programs, including spreadsheet programs (i.e. Excel).

Education and Licenses

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• B or above in all accounting and accounting‑related courses
• Satisfactory cumulative and major GPA
• Advanced degree is preferred
• Actively working toward CPA certification, if not already obtained