Audit Associate — Hybrid Work, CPA Support & Growth

Aprio; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Account

401k with Profit Sharing

Parental Leave

CPA support program with cash Incentiv

Discretionary incentive compensation

Incentive compensation for new client?

Top rated wellness program

Remote and hybrid options

Job summary

Aprio is seeking an Audit Associate to join our team of credentialed professionals dedicated to helping businesses reduce financial and operational risk. In this role, you will perform thorough and accurate audits, support financial reporting processes, and contribute directly to helping clients make sound strategic decisions.

You will work across a variety of industries, gaining exposure to complex accounting issues, internal controls, and evolving regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• Licensed CPA or 150 credit hours required to sit for the CPA exam.
• 0–1 year of experience at a public accounting firm.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients and internal team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform audits skillfully and accurately in accordance with applicable professional standards.
• Prepare audit work papers and adjusting trial balances.
• Compile financial statements into written reports for client presentation.
• Evaluate accounting issues and apply relevant regulations to client engagements.
• Build and maintain productive working relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Travel to support client engagements approximately 15–20% of the time.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aprio is seeking an Audit Associate to join our team of credentialed professionals dedicated to helping businesses reduce financial and operational risk. In this role, you will perform thorough and accurate audits, support financial reporting processes, and contribute directly to helping clients make sound strategic decisions.

You will work across a variety of industries, gaining exposure to complex accounting issues, internal controls, and evolving regulatory standards.