Audit Associate

Audit Associate - Experienced

Overview

At Moss Adams, we prioritize authenticity. This commitment fosters a culture of skilled individuals who genuinely care—about you, our clients, and the communities we serve. Here, you will contribute to our mission of empowering others to seize opportunities while developing your leadership skills. Our firm's size, focus on middle-market clients, tailored career paths, and supportive environment make this possible. Join a values-driven organization where you can enjoy your work while tackling complex and intriguing business challenges.

Team Introduction

The Assurance Services teams, focused on specific industries, provide high-quality audits and various services to both public and private middle-market companies, not-for-profit entities, and governmental organizations. Our offerings include internal audits, employee benefit plan audits, outsourced accounting, contract compliance, and sustainability audits.

Individuals who excel at Moss Adams demonstrate the following key skills: Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Executive Presence, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity, and Results Orientation.

Key Responsibilities :

• Supervise team members during pre-audit planning and fieldwork for engagements, evaluating client accounting and operational processes.
• Conduct internal control assessments and planning to support audit opinions, which includes preparing supporting documentation, performing analytical reviews of account balances, and drafting financial statements.
• Investigate technical issues that arise throughout audit engagements.
• Draft audit reports for management's review.
• Support Seniors, Managers, and Partners in developing risk assessments, audit program plans, and internal audit reports.

Qualifications :

• A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field is required.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience is necessary.
• Previous experience in a public accounting firm is preferred.
• CPA certification is preferred; if not a CPA, candidates must meet educational requirements to obtain CPA licensure upon hire in their state of employment.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis upon hire.
• Exceptional customer service skills are essential.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and research abilities are required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills are necessary.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Highly motivated individuals who take initiative for their professional growth and development are encouraged.
• Outstanding organizational and project management skills are required.
• Ability to follow directions and exercise sound judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
• Willingness to travel to client locations, which may include occasional overnight stays.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.

At Moss Adams, you will be challenged and rewarded for your leadership, technical expertise, and innovative perspectives. We offer opportunities to enhance your skills and explore your career in a nurturing environment. The direction of your career is in your hands.

Moss Adams is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Moss Adams complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please reach out for assistance.

Compensation Range: Compensation ranges may vary based on internal equity, knowledge, experience, skillset, and geographic location among other factors. This position may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For more information about our benefit offerings and other total rewards, please visit our careers page.