Fall 2027 Audit Associate - CHATT

Elliott Davis • Chattanooga, TN

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About The Position

The Audit Associate assists with the audit process, from planning through execution, for clients as part of the company’s annual audit plan. The role includes planning audit work, researching and reviewing current processes, and recommending ways to enhance client policies and procedures. Audit and assurance services are provided by Elliott Davis, LLC (doing business in North Carolina and Washington, D.C. as Elliott Davis, PLLC), a licensed CPA firm.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with a GPA of 3.25 or higher.
• 0–2 years of accounting experience; audit experience preferred.
• CPA certification or significant progress toward certification.
• Strong time and work management skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Audit experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify issues and apply accounting principles and auditing procedures.
• Prepare clear, concise work papers with definitive conclusions and meaningful, well-written recommendations for client correspondence.
• Develop positive working relationships with clients and take a proactive interest in understanding their business needs.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrate exemplary work habits in clients’ offices.
• Contribute effectively to the client service team by developing connections with others.
• Respond to clients in a timely manner as promised.
• Comply with the firm’s practice management procedures and systems.
• Anticipate problems and issues, keep the senior or manager informed of engagement status, and notify them when billable hours are expected to be over or under budget.
• Ask for timely feedback and assistance.
• Collaborate to identify and sell opportunities among existing clients.
• Participate in recruiting, training, and mentoring new staff and interns.

Benefits

• Generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Flexible work schedules.
• 16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave.
• 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• 4 weeks of paid caregiver leave once eligible.
• Health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling.
• One-on-one professional coaching.
• Leadership and career development programs.
• Access to Beyond, a program offering personal and professional experiences.

What This Job Offers

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