Audit Staff

Abacus Group; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Group in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking an Audit Staff to join their team. The role involves assisting with audit, review, and compilation engagements from planning through fieldwork, and supporting documentation of work papers.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, 0–2 years of public audit experience, and demonstrates strong communication, detail orientation, and analytical skills. Hybrid work arrangement offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting.
• 0–2 years of public audit experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and analytical.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audit, review, and compilation engagements throughout planning and fieldwork.
• Perform assigned audit procedures and prepare workpapers.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Conduct basic accounting research with guidance from seniors.
• Communicate with team to meet engagement deadlines.
• Learn from feedback to expand technical knowledge.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

Our client is a public accounting firm. They seek an Audit Staff to join their Walnut Creek, CA office.

Responsibilities

• Assist with audit, review, and compilation engagements, including planning, fieldwork, and documentation
• Perform assigned audit procedures, detailed testing, and prepare workpapers in accordance with firm and professional standards
• Contribute to the preparation of financial statements and supporting schedules
• Conduct basic accounting research and apply guidance with support from senior team members
• Communicate proactively with team members to maintain workflow and meet engagement deadlines
• Seek opportunities to learn from feedback and expand technical knowledge

Requirements

• Bachelor’s of Science or Master’s of Science in accounting
• 0-2 years of public audit experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Detail-oriented and highly analytical

Tagged as: Hybrid Remote/Office