Fall 2027 Audit Associate - Minneapolis

Baker Tilly International; Minneapolis (MN); Hybride; USD 67 000 - 88 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Baker Tilly International seeks an Assurance Associate in the Minneapolis area to support audit engagements and develop technical and client service skills through hands-on experience and structured learning.

You will work with teams across the firm, perform procedures, document evidence, and progress toward CPA licensure while maintaining confidentiality and professional judgment. This role is designed for 0–1 year of experience.

Qualifications

• Foundational accounting knowledge relevant to assigned work with appropriate supervision and review.
• Ability to apply academic concepts, ask thoughtful questions, and use feedback to improve performance.
• Curiosity, openness and experience with emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, and the ability to use them responsibly to support learning, efficiency, and problem solving.
• Ability to conduct research, analyze information, and document findings clearly and accurately, and escalate questions appropriately.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsabilités

• Support audit and assurance engagements while understanding clients’ businesses, industries, financial reporting processes, and assurance needs.
• Perform audit procedures, including gathering and analyzing financial information, substantive testing and control testing.
• Prepare clear workpapers documenting procedures, evidence, results, and conclusions in accordance with firm methodologies and professional standards.
• Use firm-approved audit, data analysis, workflow, and collaboration technologies to complete assigned work.
• Collaborate with engagement team members and clients to obtain information, resolve routine questions, and maintain well-supported documentation.
• Complete assigned work accurately and on time, communicating progress, questions, and potential issues promptly.
• Apply coaching and feedback to strengthen technical knowledge, professional judgment, business acumen, and work quality.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, initiative, curiosity, and a commitment to quality and exceptional client service.
• Maintain the confidentiality of client and firm information and exercise sound professional judgment in accordance with firm policies and professional standards.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Accounting fundamentals

Communication skills

Curiosity

Team collaboration

Professional judgment

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Outils

Excel

Word

Outlook

Description du poste

**Position Summary**As an Assurance Associate, you will support the delivery of Assurance services by executing assigned work, applying established methods, and producing accurate and timely results with appropriate guidance. Your work will contribute directly to the effectiveness of the team and the quality of the services or support provided to stakeholders. Through hands-on client experience, structured learning, coaching, and feedback, you'll build greater independence and strengthen the technical, technology, communication, and client service skills needed to advance your career. You'll work with colleagues across the firm, gain exposure to a range of clients, and contribute to a collaborative environment that values curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement.**Responsibilities*** Support audit and assurance engagements while developing an understanding of clients’ businesses, industries, financial reporting processes, and assurance needs.* Perform audit procedures, including gathering and analyzing financial information, substantive testing and control testing.* Prepare clear workpapers documenting procedures, evidence, results, and conclusions in accordance with firm methodologies and professional standards.* Use firm-approved audit, data analysis, workflow, and collaboration technologies to complete assigned work.* Collaborate with engagement team members and clients to obtain information, resolve routine questions, and maintain well-supported documentation.* Complete assigned work accurately and on time, communicating progress, questions, and potential issues promptly.* Apply coaching and feedback to strengthen technical knowledge, professional judgment, business acumen, and work quality.* Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, initiative, curiosity, and a commitment to quality and exceptional client service.* Maintain the confidentiality of client and firm information and exercise sound professional judgment in accordance with firm policies and professional standards.* Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned. **Education**Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related business discipline from an accredited institution. Must meet educational requirements to obtain CPA license upon hire in state of employment or a state with reciprocity. **Experience**No prior professional experience is required. Previous internship, academic, leadership, volunteer, customer service, or other relevant experience is preferred. This role is designed for candidates with 0–1 year of relevant experience. **Certifications / Licensure****Required:** * Eligibility to pursue, or demonstrated progress toward eligibility for, a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure.* Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa sponsorship, now or in the future.* A resume and unofficial transcript(s) are required as part of the application process.* Candidates must be at least 18 years of age. **Knowledge & Technical Skills*** Foundational accounting knowledge relevant to assigned work with appropriate supervision and review.* Ability to apply academic concepts, ask thoughtful questions, and use feedback to improve performance.* Curiosity, openness and experience with emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, and the ability to use them responsibly to support learning, efficiency, and problem solving.* Ability to conduct research, analyze information, and document findings clearly and accurately, and escalate questions appropriately.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook. **Professional Skills*** Clear written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.* Curiosity, learning agility, and willingness to ask questions, seek guidance, and apply feedback.* Effective and respectful collaboration in a team-oriented environment.* Organization, time management, attention to detail, and reliability in meeting deadlines.* Professionalism, integrity, accountability, and sound judgment.* Commitment to quality and responsive client service. **About Baker Tilly****Big thinking. Within reach.** Baker Tilly is a top 10 advisory, tax, and assurance firm that brings enterprise-level thinking closer to clients through lasting relationships and a deep understanding of their businesses. We believe the greatest opportunities come through meaningful relationships, supportive leaders, and work that challenges you to grow. Here, you'll have the opportunity to contribute, build connections across the firm, and make an impact that extends beyond your role. **Why Baker Tilly****Opportunity starts here.** The strongest careers are built through connection—to leaders who invest in your development, teammates who support your growth, and meaningful work that expands your perspective. At Baker Tilly, you'll have the opportunity to shape your own path, take on new challenges, and grow with purpose alongside people who are committed to your success. **Life at Baker Tilly**Our people are the difference. We foster a collaborative, flexible environment where curiosity is encouraged, development is supported, and meaningful work creates lasting impact. Whether you're building new skills, exploring new opportunities, or growing your career, you'll find a culture built around opportunity that's within reach. **Work Environment*** Full time* Additional hours may be required during peak periods.* This role operates in a hybrid work environment with regular in-office attendance. Office expectations vary by location and service line. Please discuss work location with your Baker Tilly Talent Acquisition professional to understand the requirements for your location and service line. **Additional Information**The pay rate range for this job position is $67,030 to $87,980. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of relevant factors including but not limited to applicant's skills, prior experience, qualifications, degrees, professional certifications, work arrangements and geographic location. Baker Tilly offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to eligible employees. Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, handicap, disability, pregnancy, military service, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic history, genetic information or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state or local law. Any unsolicited resumes submitted through our website or to Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, employee e-mail accounts are considered property of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorized recruitment agency (\"search firm\") for Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by Baker Tilly's Talent Attraction team, to submit candidates for review via our applicant tracking system. If you have a special request or need that requires accommodations to fully participate in interviewing or onboarding, please submit your request using the \"Contact Us\" feature on our Careers page. A member of our People Solutions team will follow up with you to discuss your specific needs.