Entry Level Assurance Associate (Utah)

Nichols College; Dudley (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Eide Bailly is seeking an entry-level Assurance Associate for full-time, in-person work at our Salt Lake City, Ogden, or Lehi offices. Start timeframes include August 2027 and January 2028.

You’ll work on audits across various industries, travel to client sites up to 40%, and grow under experienced professionals while pursuing your CPA license. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, with a focus on development, work-life balance, and supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA licensure in progress.
• Willing to travel 20–40% to client locations.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Attend client engagement meetings to determine audit timelines.
• Research business trends to inform client solutions.
• Prepare accounting reports in a paperless environment.
• Provide financial analysis after fieldwork to improve internal controls.
• Participate in auditing software training (Knowledge Coach).

Skills

Inquisitive

Multitasking

Deadline oriented

Travel willingness

Industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

Knowledge Coach

Job description

and the job listing Expires on September 12, 2026

Internship Accounting, Data Analytics, Economics & Finance

We are looking for full-time, in person Entry Level Assurance Associates in our Salt Lake City, Ogden, or Lehi offices for the following start timeframes:

• August 2027
• January 2028

Who We Are

Eide Bailly is a top advisory firm with over 50 offices in the U.S. and India. Since 1917, we’ve built our firm around one thing: people. We believe meaningful work starts with meaningful relationships — with our clients, our communities, and each other. That’s why we focus on creating an environment where you feel supported, connected, and empowered to grow. You’ll be part of a team that values authenticity, fosters trust, and provides you with the tools to thrive.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• You’ll belong. We foster an inclusive, supportive environment where people look out for each other. You’re a valued part of the team from day one.
• You’ll grow. You’ll get hands‑on experience with a variety of clients and industries or projects, all while working directly with experienced professionals who want you to succeed.
• You’ll be supported. Whether it’s your Welcome Guide, Career Advisor, or a co-worker you meet at lunch, you’ll always have someone available to answer questions and help you navigate your career.
• You’ll have balance. Meaningful work is only one part of a meaningful life. We offer flexibility and benefits designed to support your well‑being — inside and outside of work.
• You’ll have fun. Yes, we’re accountants and business advisors — but we also like to celebrate, connect, and have a good time. Office events, volunteer opportunities, and casual team activities are all part of the experience.

Typical Day in the Life

A typical day in the life of an Assurance Associate with Eide Bailly might include the following:

• Attend a client engagement meeting to determine timelines and goals of an audit.
• Research business trends within an industry to professionally represent a company and apply this knowledge to the client’s solutions, potentially developing new or additional business for the Firm.
• Prepare accounting-related reports through a paperless environment.
• Provide financial analysis upon completion of fieldwork in an effort to improve client internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Attend a technical training on Knowledge Coach (auditing software).

Who You Are

• You are inquisitive and enjoy learning about various client business processes and traveling to different locations to help clients (20-40 percent travel is required in the role).
• You like the challenge of in‑charging engagements and providing constructive feedback to other team members.
• You are a multi-tasking master, and there has never been a deadline you could not meet.
• You have knowledge of and exposure to a variety of industries.
• You hold yourself to the highest professional standards and maintain strict client confidentiality.
• In addition to all of this, you have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and are working towards obtaining your CPA license

Must be authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without visa sponsorship.

Eide Bailly offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Our compensation philosophy emphasizes competitive and equitable pay. Eide Bailly complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. Final compensation decisions are dependent upon factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and internal equity.

Beyond base salary, Eide Bailly provides benefits such as: generous paid time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) profit sharing, life and disability insurance, lifestyle spending account, certification incentives, education assistance, and a referral program. For more information about our benefit offerings and other total rewards, visit our careers page.

Eide Bailly is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.