Audit Career Starter - Entry-Level Accountant

Withum; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Benefits package

Job summary

Withum is seeking accounting majors graduating in the upcoming academic year to join our Audit team as part of the November 2027 class. You will gain hands-on experience in financial statement audits, internal control evaluations, and client engagements across a broad range of industries.

The program offers exposure to experienced audit professionals, with opportunities to advance as you grow and learn. Eligibility includes a 3.0+ GPA, 150 credit hours preferred, and Excel proficiency;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred: 150 credit hours and prior internship experience with a public accounting firm.
• Detail-oriented with strong critical thinking skills.
• Team-oriented with a desire to learn and grow.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with audit software is a plus.
• Ability to work in one of our office locations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and review client accounting records and financial statements.
• Evaluate internal control systems, audit risk, materiality, and GAAS compliance through inquiry, observation, and review.
• Prepare detailed workpapers to support audit procedures.
• Perform substantive testing and analytical procedures on financial data.
• Contribute to larger audit engagements and take ownership of smaller ones as your skills grow.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and clarify audit issues.
• Use audit software and data analytics tools to enhance audit quality and efficiency.
• Take on miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Team oriented

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Master's degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Audit software

Job description

Withum is seeking accounting majors graduating in the upcoming academic year to join our Audit team as part of the November 2027 class. You will gain hands-on experience in financial statement audits, internal control evaluations, and client engagements across a broad range of industries.

The program offers exposure to experienced audit professionals, with opportunities to advance as you grow and learn. Eligibility includes a 3.0+ GPA, 150 credit hours preferred, and Excel proficiency;