Entry-Level Audit Technician - Training Included

Smith Marion & Co., Inc.; Redlands (CA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K Profit sharing plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Group life insurance

Dental

Paid jury duty

Job summary

Smith Marion & Co., Inc. in Redlands, CA seeks a motivated Audit Technician to join our firm. No audit experience is required; on-the-job training will be provided. You will assist the audit team with basic testing, documentation, and work papers, while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.

Requirements include a high school diploma (A.A./A.S. preferred), strong Word/Excel skills, and excellent organizational abilities; some overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED), a higher level of education such as an A.A. or A.S. is desired.
• Experience with Excel and Word.
• Possession of strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned task as well as to accept direction on given assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing of client records under direction and supervision of auditor.
• Prepare or complete audit workpapers, including trial balances, depreciation schedules, and debt amortization schedules.
• Record results of audit test.
• Monitor in‑house and external deadlines to ensure compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the firm's principals or audit team members.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organized

Team player

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

A.A./A.S. preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Looking for a motivated, organized team player with good math and analytical thinking skills to work in a fast paced, fun environment. Must have good grasp of Microsoft Word and Excel apps. Will train, no audit experience required. Health plan available after 60 days and 401(k), paid time off and holidays available after completion of 90-day probationary period.

Audit Technicians assist the audit team by providing basic audit testing and documentation services for clients. Audit Technician may also be asked to prepare workpapers and schedules for audit engagements. An Audit Technician generally assists or performs professional services for clients, but is not a licensed professional such as a CPA or EA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Complete understanding and compliance with the firm's policies and procedures.

• Perform testing of client records under direction and supervision of auditor.

• Prepare or complete audit workpapers, including trial balances, depreciation schedules, and debt amortization schedules.

• Record results of audit test.

• Monitor in-house and external deadlines to ensure compliance.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the firm's principals or audit team members.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Involves work in the firm’s office or on the client's premises. Work on the client's premises may require the use of the staff member’s personal car.
• Must present a positive public image that enhances the client’s perception of the employee and the firm as a whole.
• Occasional overtime hours required.
• Able to follow instructs, and read, write and communicate clearly in English.
• Requires physical ability to sit and type for long periods of time.

EXPERIENCE / TRAINING

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED), a higher level of education such as an A.A. or A.S. is desired.

• Experience with Excel and Word.

• Possession of strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently on assigned task as well as to accept direction on given assignments.

• Able to work effectively with principals, team members, and clients.

BENEFITS

• 10 paid holidays
• 401K Profit sharing plan
• Health insurance
• Group life insurance
• Dental
• Paid jury duty
• 120 hours of paid time off a year

Salary:
$21-23/hr