Audit Associate - Hybrid Work & CPA Path

Baker Tilly International; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly International seeks an Assurance Associate in the Minneapolis area to support audit engagements and develop technical and client service skills through hands-on experience and structured learning.

You will work with teams across the firm, perform procedures, document evidence, and progress toward CPA licensure while maintaining confidentiality and professional judgment. This role is designed for 0–1 year of experience.

Qualifications

• Foundational accounting knowledge relevant to assigned work with appropriate supervision and review.
• Ability to apply academic concepts, ask thoughtful questions, and use feedback to improve performance.
• Curiosity, openness and experience with emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, and the ability to use them responsibly to support learning, efficiency, and problem solving.
• Ability to conduct research, analyze information, and document findings clearly and accurately, and escalate questions appropriately.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support audit and assurance engagements while understanding clients’ businesses, industries, financial reporting processes, and assurance needs.
• Perform audit procedures, including gathering and analyzing financial information, substantive testing and control testing.
• Prepare clear workpapers documenting procedures, evidence, results, and conclusions in accordance with firm methodologies and professional standards.
• Use firm-approved audit, data analysis, workflow, and collaboration technologies to complete assigned work.
• Collaborate with engagement team members and clients to obtain information, resolve routine questions, and maintain well-supported documentation.
• Complete assigned work accurately and on time, communicating progress, questions, and potential issues promptly.
• Apply coaching and feedback to strengthen technical knowledge, professional judgment, business acumen, and work quality.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, initiative, curiosity, and a commitment to quality and exceptional client service.
• Maintain the confidentiality of client and firm information and exercise sound professional judgment in accordance with firm policies and professional standards.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting fundamentals

Communication skills

Curiosity

Team collaboration

Professional judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Baker Tilly International seeks an Assurance Associate in the Minneapolis area to support audit engagements and develop technical and client service skills through hands-on experience and structured learning.

You will work with teams across the firm, perform procedures, document evidence, and progress toward CPA licensure while maintaining confidentiality and professional judgment. This role is designed for 0–1 year of experience.