Public Sector (Government / Not-for-Profit) Audit Associate

Whitley Penn•Houston, TX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Whitley Penn, one of the nation’s leading audit, tax, and advisory firms, is looking for an Associate to join our Public Sector (Government/Not-for-Profit) Audit team! As an Audit Associate, you will be assigned to a variety of projects and client engagements. By working on multiple types of engagements with many professionals, you will have the opportunity to learn on the job and to begin creating your own business network early in your career. Additionally, you will take part in technical and professional training designed for your continued growth and learning. Our goal is to provide you with experiences that are educational and valuable. Whitley Penn has become one of the fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional, personalized service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. In addition to Audit and Tax solutions, we offer a wide range of Advisory and Consulting services. We work in collaborative teams with an emphasis on an open-door policy, entrepreneurial thinking, and a well-built culture. At Whitley Penn, we learn, innovate, and achieve by sharing knowledge, embracing new ideas, and working together. We’re looking for professionals who think like owners and want to be part of shaping a high-growth firm.

Requirements

1 – 2 years of public accounting external audit experience
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be highly dedicated with a positive attitude and a team player who takes initiative and has an eagerness to learn and acquire new skills and knowledge

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred
Preferred knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards
Preferred knowledge of GASB Basic Financial Statements for State and Local Governments
Preferred knowledge of risk assessment in the governmental accounting environment

Responsibilities

Participate on projects and engagements, where you will grow your accounting and business knowledge and learn the firm’s audit engagement process
Perform external audit procedures on financial statements and internal controls
Identify, measure, and analyze data
Learn to communicate, build relationships, and proactively work with clients to gather information needed to conduct assignments in an organized and efficient way
Learn how engagement budgets connect to firm financial results and how to manage your personal billable hours to engagement budgets
Develop knowledge of the firm, including its professional capabilities and our client service philosophy
Participate in community organizations/events through volunteer and networking opportunities