Audit Associate: Launch Your Public Accounting Career

DSB Rock Island; Mendota Heights (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DSB Rock Island in Mendota Heights, MN is seeking an Audit Associate to join our Assurance team. This role supports audit, review, and compilation engagements for privately held businesses, providing a solid foundation for early-career accounting professionals.

You’ll work with experienced teammates, develop audit skills, learn methodologies, risk assessment, and client communication while building a path toward CPA certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• 0–5 years of public accounting, audit, or internship experience preferred.
• CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audit, review, and compilation engagements for privately held businesses and organizations.
• Perform fieldwork and testing procedures under guidance from senior team members.
• Develop understanding of audit methodologies, risk assessment, and sampling techniques.
• Analyze financial information and supporting documentation to identify issues and exceptions.
• Prepare workpapers and engagement documentation in accordance with professional standards.
• Gain exposure to financial statement preparation and reporting requirements.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and support engagement completion.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Curiosity/learning

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA eligibility or progress toward CPA

Job description

DSB Rock Island in Mendota Heights, MN is seeking an Audit Associate to join our Assurance team. This role supports audit, review, and compilation engagements for privately held businesses, providing a solid foundation for early-career accounting professionals.

You’ll work with experienced teammates, develop audit skills, learn methodologies, risk assessment, and client communication while building a path toward CPA certification.