Government & Infrastructure Audit Analyst (360 Careers)

Ernst & Young; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernst & Young is seeking a 360 Careers Analyst in the USA to join the Assurance practice with a government and infrastructure focus. The role leverages CPA-related education, data analysis insights, and client-facing experience to support audit work in regulated environments and capital markets.

You will work within EY’s hybrid model, travel as needed, and contribute to a structured career framework designed to guide progression toward leadership roles in assurance and tax service lines.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting with strong academic record.
• GPA 3.0 minimum (3.2+ preferred).
• Educational requirements for CPA licensure (150 credit hours) and plan to pass CPA exam.
• Hybrid work model expected; 40-60% in person.
• Willingness to travel and work extra hours as needed.
• Driver's license recommended.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• U.S. citizenship for Government & Public Sector focus and ability to obtain secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential audit issues or unusual relationships in financial statements with detailed analytical trend analysis.
• Demonstrate professionalism while working in clients’ environments and providing exceptional service.
• Operate effectively in a regulated environment, with a focus on protecting the capital markets and the investing public.
• Develop and maintain relationships with our clients to provide definitive auditing services that the capital markets and the client can rely upon.
• Share the story of value-added insights discovered through data analysis with our clients.

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Accounting

CPA licensure requirements (150 credit hours)

Job description

Ernst & Young is seeking a 360 Careers Analyst in the USA to join the Assurance practice with a government and infrastructure focus. The role leverages CPA-related education, data analysis insights, and client-facing experience to support audit work in regulated environments and capital markets.

You will work within EY’s hybrid model, travel as needed, and contribute to a structured career framework designed to guide progression toward leadership roles in assurance and tax service lines.