Audit Associate - Government

Abdo•Mankato, MN

7d•$66,000 - $76,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Government Audit Associate performs professional auditing tasks that support the integrity of financial data for local government clients, including cities, counties, and school districts. The role may also contribute to special projects in a collaborative environment. Associates develop technical and operational knowledge, prepare and review workpapers, communicate with clients to obtain information and documentation, and help prepare audit reports and financial statements. The position uses firm software and approved technology, including AI-enabled tools, while maintaining professional judgment, confidentiality, and compliance with firm policies and regulations. Abdo supports a hybrid workplace. Interns and new associates may be expected to work some days in an Abdo office or at client sites. Interviews may be conducted by Zoom. The estimated base pay range is $66,000–$76,000 per year, with discretionary bonuses possible. Compensation depends on factors including experience, education, licensure, certifications, skills, and business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
Plans to pursue or is already pursuing CPA certification (preferred).

Nice To Haves

Plans to pursue or is already pursuing CPA certification.

Responsibilities

Build on college-acquired knowledge to develop the technical and operational knowledge needed to perform assigned tasks.
Prepare and self-review workpapers in conformity with standards, including scope, objectives, procedures, conclusions, supporting documentation, tickmark references, and workpaper cross-references.
Communicate with clients on-site, by phone, or by email to obtain accurate information and supporting documentation.
Draft, foot, and proof audit reports, financial statements, and other engagement documents.
Compile and import trial balance information from client software programs into Abdo software.
Perform analytical and detailed work with numerical data efficiently and accurately.
Develop a functional understanding of firm software and internal workflows and procedures to manage binder documentation and maintain client information.
Exercise discretion and judgment when handling confidential client matters.
Accurately and consistently report and release billable and non-billable time.
Meet productivity standards and use research resources such as Thomson Reuters Checkpoint.
Assist with and train other team members as needed.
Use firm-approved technology and AI-enabled tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and quality while exercising professional judgment and complying with firm policies, confidentiality standards, and professional regulations.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Health savings account with employer match and medical and dependent-care flexible spending accounts.
Long- and short-term disability insurance options.
22 days of PTO per year, eight full holidays, and two half holidays.
24 hours of paid volunteer time.
Parental and grandparent leave.
401(k) plan with employer contributions up to 4.5%.
Abdo-sponsored telehealth platform.
Technology reimbursement.
Half-day Fridays from June through September, with two months of 36-hour work weeks and two months of 40-hour work weeks.
Professional expenses and CPA support and bonus.
Opportunity to earn discretionary bonuses for extraordinary performance, significant special projects, or other major accomplishments.