Audit Staff

frost; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

401(k) retirement

Education reimbursement

Paid time off

Company equipment

Job summary

frost is seeking an Audit Associate in Raleigh to perform nationwide fieldwork and prepare work papers with conclusions. You will collaborate with experienced staff and partners to evaluate client financial statements across industries.

The role requires GAAP knowledge, willingness to travel 40–60 nights per year, and the ability to work extended hours during busy season. A hybrid work setup is provided with in-office presence required for part of the period.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of GAAP and related topics.
• Willingness to travel nationally (40–60 nights/year).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work extended hours during busy season.

Responsibilities

• Complete audit testing on client financial statement segments with sufficient evidence.
• Prepare clear work papers documenting results and recommendations.
• Work independently and collaboratively on engagements.
• Assist with audit fieldwork for operations and financial audits.
• Demonstrate ability to identify issues and apply auditing standards.
• Develop positive relationships with client staff.
• Maintain at least 40 hours of CPE annually.
• Demonstrate communication, listening, and problem-solving skills.
• Escalate risks and issues as needed.
• Take responsibility for assigned audit areas from start to finish.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Audit testing

Financial statements

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Overview

Auditing provides clients with an objective evaluation of a company’s financial statements. As an audit associate, you’ll work with experienced audit staff and audit partners that will provide you with growth and learning opportunities. You will work with different teams to give organizations in multiple industries a representation of their financial performance. As a member of the audit team, you will complete nationwide fieldwork for operational and financial audits. Working independently and collaboratively, you will prepare work papers with definitive conclusions and recommendations for clients.

Responsibilities

• Completion of audit testing on client financial statement segments (e.g., cash, accounts payable, and accounts receivable) that obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence with a focus on audit quality and professional skepticism.
• Prepare clear and concise work papers that document work performed, results obtained, and have definitive conclusions. Further, document any recommendations for client correspondence.
• Work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Assist with audit fieldwork for both operational and financial audits.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify issues and apply accounting principles and auditing procedures.
• Develop positive working relationships with all client staff.
• Exhibit a foundational understanding of computer systems used in the audit preparation process.
• Maintain at least 40 hours of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) each calendar year.
• Effectively exhibit communication, listening, and problem‑solving skills, including asking questions.
• Comply with firm practice management procedures and systems.
• Perform inventory observations as well as documented results.
• Complete audit procedures that obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence with a focus on quality and in accordance with applicable auditing standards.
• Maintain professional skepticism, including consideration of alternative and disconfirming evidence.
• Complete tasks and deliverables to a high‑quality standard.
• Demonstrate expertise in GAAP, related financial reporting matters, and auditing standards.
• Have a clear understanding of the importance of the work being completed and how it contributes to the audit objectives.
• Identify and document risks, issues, and conclusions – consult with appropriate team members.
• Escalate risks and issues beyond own experience or skill set.
• Keep senior team members informed of significant developments and progress on the engagement.
• Takes responsibility for the assigned audit areas, from start to completion, review note clearance, and close out of the audit file.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other accounting‑related topics and governing entities.
• Ability to travel nationally to client sites to perform audit fieldwork (40‑60 nights per calendar year).
• Current, valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work extended hours during busy season.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefit Programs
• Hybrid Working Environment*
• 401(k) Retirement
• Company‑provided equipment
• Education Reimbursement
• Supportive career environments
• Coaching and Mentoring Program
• Internal leasing opportunities
• Paid membership to business, civic, and professional organizations
• Emotional well‑being resources
• Paid life and disability insurance
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Paid membership fees to professional groups
• Paid CPE

*Employees must work in the office for the first 6 months.