Audit Associate

Kearney & Company • Richmond, Virginia

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About The Position

Kearney & Company is seeking an Audit Associate to perform document gathering, data analysis, and assist with preparing deliverables under the supervision of a Manager. The role involves conducting day-to-day accounting and audit activities and fieldwork for client engagements, with a focus on Federal Government clients. The position requires professionalism in client environments, teamwork, initiative, and the ability to apply accounting and auditing concepts to client situations.

Kearney & Company provides financial services, including auditing, consulting, and technology services, exclusively to the Government. The company describes its work environment as flexible, collaborative, and open-minded. Work location may change based on client requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Accounting.
• Active Interim Secret Clearance or higher (such as Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI); U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to demonstrate understanding of accounting and auditing concepts and apply them to client situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be self-starting, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

Nice To Haves

• CPA is highly desirable.
• 150 credit hours required for CPA eligibility preferred.
• Some accounting and/or auditing experience.
• Experience working with Federal and/or DoW clients is a plus.
• Awareness and knowledge of the Federal Government’s financial and management responsibilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the client’s environment.
• Foster an efficient, innovative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Execute day-to-day accounting and audit activities for engagements and conduct fieldwork daily.
• Gather audit-related data.
• Demonstrate awareness and knowledge of the Federal Government’s financial and management responsibilities.
• Assist in drafting and preparing project deliverables.
• Use technology to share knowledge with team members, develop skills, and continually learn.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• 529 Education Savings Plan.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Legal insurance and pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness and wellness benefits and other firm benefits.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Eligible for bonuses when applicable.

What This Job Offers

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