Audit Entry Level Accountant 2027

WithumSmith+Brown; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Bonus program

Job summary

WithumSmith+Brown is seeking accounting graduates for the November 2027 Audit class in Houston. You will work under Managers and Partners, gaining hands-on experience in financial statement audits, internal control evaluations, and client engagements across industries.

The program emphasizes learning through real-world engagements, collaboration with experienced auditors, and development of skills in GAAS, data analytics, and audit software usage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Preferred: 150 credit hours and prior internship with a public accounting firm.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and review client accounting records and financial statements.
• Evaluate internal control systems and audit risk.
• Prepare workpapers to support audit procedures.
• Perform substantive testing and analytical procedures on financial data.
• Communicate with clients to gather information and clarify issues.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Critical thinking

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting

150 credit hours (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Audit software

Job description

Withum is a place where talent thrives - where who you are matters. It’s a place of endless opportunities for growth. A place where entrepreneurial energy plus inclusive teamwork equals exponential results.Explore different industries. Learn new skills. Connect with our diverse teams of professionals to gain insight into the career you envision. Your Career Starts with You.Experience the Transformative Power of Withum Plus You - that’s the Power in the Plus!Job Description:Launch Your Audit Career with Withum – November 2027 ClassWithum is seeking accounting majors graduating in the upcoming academic year to join our Audit team as part of the November 2027 class. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced audit professionals and gain hands-on experience in financial statement audits, internal control evaluations, and client engagements across a broad range of industries.What You’ll Do:As part of a team supervised by a Manager or Partner, you may:Analyze and review client accounting records and financial statementsEvaluate internal control systems, audit risk, materiality, and compliance with GAAS through inquiry, observation, and reviewPrepare detailed workpapers to support audit proceduresPerform substantive testing and analytical procedures on financial dataContribute to larger audit engagements and take ownership of smaller ones as your skills growCommunicate with clients to gather information and clarify audit issuesUse audit software and data analytics tools to enhance audit quality and efficiencyTake on miscellaneous tasks as assignedThe kinds of people we want to talk to have many of the following:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in AccountingGPA of 3.0 or higherStrong communication and interpersonal skillsPreferred: 150 credit hours and prior internship experience with a public accounting firmDetail-oriented with strong critical thinking skillsTeam-oriented with a desire to learn and growProficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with audit software is a plusAbility to work in one of our office locationsPursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.The compensation for this position ranges from $62,000 to $90,000 based on location. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual’s skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.No sponsorship is available for this positionWithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.