Associate - Audit (July 2027)

Miller Kaplan • Seattle, WA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate in the Audit department is responsible for assisting the Audit department with planning and administration of assignments by drafting financial statements, conducting financial audits, and verifying the financial information of an organization. Miller Kaplan is a different kind of CPA firm; we believe in building a legacy—yours. We want to give our clients the very best, and we understand that begins with helping our employees be their best through professional mentorship, life-work integration, and a sense of community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Business, or other related field.
• Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Proficient with QuickBooks.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong professional service ethic, client focused, and results driven.

Nice To Haves

• CPA exam eligible candidates.
• Prior audit or accounting work experience (Audit, Tax, and Bookkeeping).

Responsibilities

• Analyze accounting records to determine financial status of establishment and prepares financial reports concerning operating procedures.
• Inspect items in books of original entry to determine if accepted accounting procedure was followed in recording transactions.
• Inspect notes receivable and payable, negotiable securities, and cancelled checks.
• Participate in the planning and coordination of audits.
• Perform audits.
• Review data regarding material assets, net worth, liabilities, capital stock, surplus, income and expenditures.
• Stay current on the latest GAAP practices and knowledge of GAAP matters.
• Travel (up to 30%) to client site as needed.
• Verify journal and ledger entries of cash and check payments, purchases, expenses, trial balances by examining and authenticating inventory items.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $62,500-$70,000 per year
• Generous Paid Time Off: Start with 20 days and watch it grow, plus 2 extra days annually for managers.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical options include HMO, PPO, HDHP, with fully covered dental and vision for you.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid & Remote Flexibility
• Basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, and long-term disability coverage.
• Dependent Care and Pet Insurance
• Bereavement Paid Time Off
• Sabbatical and Personal Leave Options
• Social Events
• Community Involvement: Volunteering events
• Referral Bonuses
• Commuter Benefits
• Professional Development: Reimbursement for licenses, memberships, CPE allowance, and access to classes through Becker.
• Retirement Plans: Tailored 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Support for Professional Certifications: Assistance on your journey to CPA or CFE, including study materials, exam reimbursements, and bonuses.
• Leadership Development and Mentorship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level