Audit Associate - 2027

TJT • Raleigh, NC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Thomas, Judy & Tucker (TJT), a leading full-service CPA firm, is seeking an Audit Associate to join their audit team in a full-time capacity. This role offers an opportunity to serve as a business advisor and deliver audit/attestation services to middle-market clients. As an Associate, you will work with firm leadership to serve clients and contribute to business growth, impacting the firm's success. You will be part of a team solving complex business issues from strategy to execution. This position is for a Fall 2027 start date.

Requirements

• Develop an understanding of the role and function of audits for large privately held businesses, 401K plans, governmental entities, charter schools, and nonprofits organizations
• Become proficient in audit techniques including planning, interviewing, documentation, testing, conclusions, and reporting
• Proactively grow and develop your technical knowledge and understanding of current accounting and audit regulations and issues
• Operate as a team player and demonstrate the ability to work productively under pressure and meet anticipated and predetermined deadlines
• Current CPA certification or active pursuit of CPA certification
• Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate ability to analyze financial statements
• Bachelor Degree in Accounting
• 0 year(s) of experience

Nice To Haves

• Master Degree in Accounting or Accounting & Finance

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of financial statement audits, reviews, and compilations for TJT clients
• Work with a variety of clients including large privately held businesses, 401K plans, governmental entities, charter schools and nonprofit organizations
• Complete allocated tasks to a high standard which meet set reporting and auditing standards
• Assist with preparation of the simpler financial statements, or review client-prepared financial statements and other management reports to develop understanding and increase knowledge of various entities and accounting issues
• Develop the ability to take on more complex engagements and build relationships to ensure client retention and growth resulting in increased confidence in dealing with clients and knowledge of more in-depth tasks

Benefits

• Covered Health Insurance for Employees
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 36-hour/4-day work weeks during the slower times of the year for tax and audit professionals
• Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
• Automatic employer 401(k) Contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Parental Leave
• Opportunities to work a flexible schedule

What This Job Offers

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