Entry-Level Auditor - Low Travel, Great Work-Life Balance

MD Cpas; Erie (Erie County); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Maher Duessel is seeking entry-level staff auditors to join our firm in January 2027 and July 2027. The role involves performing detailed financial statement audits under supervision, with minimal out-of-town travel and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

We offer exposure to well-known clients, competitive compensation and benefits, and opportunities to develop technical audit knowledge, including familiarity with government and non-profit industries.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting or CPA-qualifying coursework.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to teamwork and client service.
• Integrity within a professional environment.
• Ability to adapt to travel and flexible hours.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Interact with clients and firm staff with a strong work ethic.
• Follow instructions and apply feedback to future work.
• Build audit knowledge by careful, diligent task performance.
• Prioritize quality of work over speed.
• Learn firm policies, procedures, and forms.
• Know AICPA rules and literature by reference to FASB/GASB/OMB.
• Use Caseware, RIA Checkpoint, CCH, Practice Engine for audits.
• Stay informed on government and non-profit developments.
• Suggest improvements based on past procedures.
• Share ideas with audit teams and consider colleagues' views.
• Pursue CPA exam progress actively.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Teamwork & client service

Integrity in professional environment

Flexibility for travel & hours

Reliable transportation

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Maher Duessel is seeking entry-level staff auditors to join our firm in January 2027 and July 2027. The role involves performing detailed financial statement audits under supervision, with minimal out-of-town travel and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

We offer exposure to well-known clients, competitive compensation and benefits, and opportunities to develop technical audit knowledge, including familiarity with government and non-profit industries.