Audit Associate, State & Local Government – Local Impact

CliftonLarsonAllen; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm seeking an Audit Associate to join our State and Local Government practice in our Southern New England offices. You will perform detailed audits, support multiple client engagements, and help prepare financial statements.

The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting or related field, about 1 year of experience, SLG experience a plus, CPA eligibility, and MS Office proficiency. You will collaborate with managers to deliver high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred (internships may be acceptable).
• SLG industry experience is a plus.
• CPA or eligible to sit for the CPA exam preferred.
• General knowledge of accounting principles and regulations impacting financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Perform the detail work of audits, review, some compilations, and other assurance services for clients.
• Support multiple client engagements of varying size and complexity, on time and within budget, and communicate progress and audit results to supervisors.
• Complete assigned portions of engagements with consistency and accuracy and within tight time frames.
• Proactively interact and communicate with clients to gather information to ensure timely engagement wrap-up.
• Audit complex areas/transactions and prepare financial statements and related reports; may direct small audits at the two-year level.
• Collaborate with managers to ensure effective communication and service delivery.
• Get the opportunity to work with many great clients.
• Develop and maintain effective client relationships.

Skills

Auditing

Client communication

Analytical skills

MS Office proficiency

CPA eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Pfx Fixed Assets

Pfx Engagement

CCH Access Tax

XCM

Job description

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm seeking an Audit Associate to join our State and Local Government practice in our Southern New England offices. You will perform detailed audits, support multiple client engagements, and help prepare financial statements.

The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting or related field, about 1 year of experience, SLG experience a plus, CPA eligibility, and MS Office proficiency. You will collaborate with managers to deliver high-quality service.