Audit Associate
About The Position
The Audit Associate position will be responsible for performing procedures such as audit testing, data analysis, and assisting with preparation of deliverables as assigned under the supervision of their Manager. This position is located in Alexandria, VA. Responsibilities are below: • Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment • Execute the day-to-day audit activities of the engagement • Request and analyze audit related data • Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of Federal Government audit and financial management requirements • Assist in drafting and preparing project deliverables • Utilize technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn • Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, and results-oriented • Ability to demonstrate an understanding of accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations • Demonstrate professionalism and competence in a client environment • Performing substantive audit testing of financial transactions • Review and evaluate internal controls and related supporting documentation • Contribute to the development of findings and recommendations • Document the results of audit procedures performed in accordance with professional standards and firm quality control requirements
Requirements
- BA/BS degree from an accredited college/university with a major in Accounting
- Minimum up to 1 years of Accounting and/or Auditing experience
- Must have an active interim Secret clearance to be considered for this role (requires U.S. citizenship)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Nice To Haves
- CPA or eligibility to sit for CPA certification
Responsibilities
- Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment
- Execute the day-to-day audit activities of the engagement
- Request and analyze audit related data
- Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of Federal Government audit and financial management requirements
- Assist in drafting and preparing project deliverables
- Utilize technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn
- Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, and results-oriented
- Ability to demonstrate an understanding of accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations
- Demonstrate professionalism and competence in a client environment
- Performing substantive audit testing of financial transactions
- Review and evaluate internal controls and related supporting documentation
- Contribute to the development of findings and recommendations
- Document the results of audit procedures performed in accordance with professional standards and firm quality control requirements
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account
- Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Insurances
- Legal Insurance and Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program, fitness and wellness benefits, and other firm benefits.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
