Audit Staff

Purvis, Gray & Company, LLP ~ Certified Public Accountants; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Purvis Gray is seeking an Audit Staff to join our Assurance Services team. Recent graduates or professionals with up to 2 years of audit experience will gain hands-on experience serving clients across government, nonprofit, construction, healthcare, and more.

You'll work closely with experienced team members, take real responsibilities from day one, and contribute to the development of interns while collaborating across teams as you learn auditing standards and apply U.S. GAAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA license strongly preferred.
• 0–2 years of audit experience in public accounting or related internship.
• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and U.S. GAAS.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other standard accounting software.
• Ability to travel to client sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of audit and assurance engagements
• Perform fieldwork including substantive testing, internal control evaluations, and data analysis
• Prepare workpapers in accordance with firm standards
• Support the preparation of financial statements and related disclosures
• Participate in client meetings and communicate effectively with engagement teams
• Research and apply U.S. GAAP and relevant auditing standards
• Address client questions and issues with professionalism and accuracy
• Contribute to the development of interns and collaborate across teams

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Excel

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA track or CPA candidate

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Purvis Gray is seeking an Audit Staff professional to join our Assurance Services team. Whether you're a recent graduate or have a year or two of experience, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in public accounting. You’ll gain hands-on experience serving clients in a variety of industries including government, nonprofit, construction, healthcare, and more.

We pride ourselves on being Florida-grown, with six offices built organically—not by acquisition—since our founding in 1946. At Purvis Gray, your development is a priority. You’ll work closely with experienced team members and be given real responsibilities from day one.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the planning and execution of audit and assurance engagements
• Perform fieldwork including substantive testing, internal control evaluations, and data analysis
• Prepare workpapers in accordance with firm standards
• Support the preparation of financial statements and related disclosures
• Participate in client meetings and communicate effectively with engagement teams
• Research and apply U.S. GAAP and relevant auditing standards
• Address client questions and issues with professionalism and accuracy
• Contribute to the development of interns and collaborate across teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required) CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA license strongly preferred
• 0–2 years of audit experience in public accounting or related internship(s)
• Familiarity with U.S. GAAP and U.S. GAAS
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other standard accounting software
• Ability to travel to client sites as needed

Preferred Experience

• Interest in serving a diverse client base including privately held companies and public sector entities
• Team-oriented mindset and a desire to learn and grow within the profession
• Commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and upholding professional standards