Audit & Assurance Associate - Fall 2026

Grant Thornton International Ltd; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personalized and comprehensive benefits

Flexible work locations

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in Tampa, FL, seeks an Audit Associate to perform audit procedures across various financial aspects, collaborate with Partners and Senior Executives, and build client relationships. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Accounting and possess strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. Flexibility in working hours and travel is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum major and overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferred.
• Completion of necessary education hours to be eligible for CPA licensure.
• Willingness to work additional hours and travel to client sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit procedures in various financial areas.
• Understand client operations to enhance audit effectiveness.
• Research and analyze financial statements and issues.

Skills

Excellent analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical aptitude

Project management skills

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting

Job description

Overview

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

In the U.S., Grant Thornton delivers professional services through two specialized entities: Grant Thornton LLP, a licensed, certified public accounting (CPA) firm that provides audit and assurance services — and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (not a licensed CPA firm), which exclusively provides non-attest offerings, including tax and advisory services.

In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.

Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.

About the Team

The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how: We empower you with options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life, including flexible work locations and schedules. Consistent with the firm’s hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least two days per week, either at a GT office or client site. We support you to prioritize your well-being through work-life integration options that work for you and your household. We recognize that needs and experiences are diverse, and we provide personalized and comprehensive benefits that empower all identities, roles and aspirations. See how at www.gt.com/careers. We are committed to diversity, equity & inclusion and invite you to explore the ways we are taking action for DEI at www.gt.com/careers. Here’s what you can expect next: if you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to explore other roles at www.gt.com/careers. Benefits: We offer personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower the identities, roles and aspirations that make you who you are. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Audit Associate

As an Audit Associate at Grant Thornton, your primary responsibility will be performing audit procedures in the areas of cash, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, payrolls, and expense analysis. You will work alongside Partners, Managers, and Senior Executives as a member of the engagement team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Audit transaction cycles, including cash, purchasing, investments, capital expenditures, and other income and expenses.
• Gain understanding of client operations, processes, and business objectives and utilize that knowledge on engagements.
• Research and analyze financial statements and audit and tax related issues utilizing electronic databases, and employ audit software to review and compile financial information to resolve client issues discovered during the audit.
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and work with client management and staff at all levels to perform audit services.
• Participate in recruiting efforts as needed.
• Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting
• Minimum major and overall GPA of 3.0/4.0 preferred
• Completion of necessary education hours to eligible for CPA licensure, if required in the state where the position will be located
• The willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed, and travel to various client sites
• Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical aptitude and skillset
• Demonstrated project management skillset including project planning and time management
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environment
• Ability to travel on short notice.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.