Audit/Assurance Associate

Atherton & Associates, LLP; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 32,788 - 46,698; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) + employer match

Health + childcare FSA

Seasonal flex days

CPA exam perks

Team events

Vacation, sick + holiday PTO

"Dress for Your Day" policy

Volunteer opportunities

Career Advancement Paths

Mentorship

Job summary

Atherton & Associates, LLP in Modesto, CA is seeking entry-level accounting professionals to join our long-standing firm. You will assist with compliance, perform audit fieldwork, analyze financial statements, and engage with CFOs and business owners while building professional relationships.

We offer competitive starting pay at $28.85 per hour, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with match, flexible PTO, CPA-exam perks, mentorship, and opportunities for advancement as you complete CPA requirements.

Qualifications

• Adequate semester units to sit for the CPA exam.
• Conferral or pursuit of a BA/BS in Accounting or related field.
• Willingness to consider part-time options for students.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit fieldwork, testing, walkthroughs and risk assessments.
• Analyze financial statements to spot discrepancies and tell the story behind the numbers.
• Engage with CFOs, controllers and business owners to build relationships.
• Leverage technology and analytics to streamline workflow and accuracy.
• Develop or propose solutions when issues are identified while meeting deadlines.
• Master the Firm’s software and research tools to improve efficiency.
• Support service quality, thoroughness and professional growth.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client engagement

Audit fieldwork

Analytical skills

Technology proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS in accounting or related

CPA exam eligibility/plan

Math/Finance/Economics background

Tools

Firm software

Cloud-based audit platforms

Data analytics tools

Job description

Description

Located in Modesto, California, Atherton & Associates, LLP is a quality firm founded more than 100 years ago with a strong commitment to providing the highest possible level of service to our clients. We provide a wide variety of services for our clients that include tax planning and preparation, estate planning, accounting, and auditing and general business advisory services. The many large and small family-owned businesses that we serve include the agriculture, food processing, cooperative, real estate, transportation, manufacturing, warehousing, medical, and professional industries.

Atherton & Associates, LLP’s culture is one of legacy and vision, of elite skills and humble character, of strong individuals and powerhouse teams. Our vision is “Helping the world become more financially savvy, one relationship at a time.” Our core values are: integrity, teamwork, commitment, innovation, excellence.

We are actively recruiting entry level members to help us continue to grow and provide the excellent client service that we are known for. The growth of our firm has provided unlimited opportunity for advancement for our qualified personnel and the ability to offer broader services to our clients.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Ability to focus on complex tasks, understand the Firm’s comprehensive compliance process and persevere to bring work to completion for review.
• Perform audit fieldwork – assist with testing, walkthroughs, and risk assessments that help validate the integrity of financial records.
• Analyze financial statements – learn how to spot discrepancies, evaluate performance, and understand the story behind the numbers.
• Engage with clients – build relationships with CFOs, controllers, and business owners while gaining communication confidence.
• Leverage technology – use cloud-based audit platforms and data tools that streamline workflow and sharpen your tech skills.
• Experience a variety of clients – From nonprofits and manufacturers to healthcare groups and real estate firms – you’ll never be stuck in a routine.
• Takes responsibility for service quality, thoroughness, and accuracy.
• Develops or offers a proposed solution when communicating an issue.
• Works autonomously under the pressure of tight deadlines and multiple priorities.
• Recognizes the importance of professional growth activities of the firm and starts to develop a peer network.
• Ability to organize facts, analyze and interpret information/research according to client circumstances.
• Identifies and develops alternatives for issues and consults with engagement team.
• Masters the Firm’s software, research technology tools and related products to accomplish work efficiently.
• Able to work extended hours as needed during peak busy periods or as needed to meet deadlines.

Benefits:

Competitive starting pay at $28.85 / Hour

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• 401(k) + employer match
• Health + childcare FSA
• Seasonal flex days
• CPA exam perks
• Team events
• Vacation, sick + holiday PTO
• “Dress for Your Day” policy
• Volunteer opportunities
• Career Advancement Paths
• Mentorship

Requirements

• Adequate semester units to sit for the CPA exam.
• Conferred or seeking B.A./B.S. degree in Business Administration, concentration in accounting preferred. Will also consider mathematics, finance, economics.
• Adequate semester units to sit for the CPA exam.
• Will consider part-time employment opportunities for students still in school, junior and senior status.
• Ability to lead, prioritize, thrive, and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Superior client service with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously (multi-task)
• Has a strong conviction and holds to the Firm’s core values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, Innovation, and Teamwork.