January 2027 Audit Staff - Charlotte
About The Position
As an Audit Staff member at Cherry Bekaert, you will work on a wide variety of audit engagements under the supervision of different accounting professionals. You will serve clients in various industries, communicate with project in-charges and clients, and develop technical accounting skills through financial statement audits. The role also includes preparing audit checklists, adjusting journal entries, financial statements with clients, and organized workpapers for client files. Other essential duties may be assigned as needed. The position is based in Charlotte and is listed for January 2027. It requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and CPA certification or eligibility to work toward obtaining a CPA license. The role may require travel to client sites, including frequent same-day travel and occasional out-of-town travel, as well as moderate overtime throughout the year and heavier overtime during certain business cycles. Cherry Bekaert describes a collaborative environment focused on inclusion, belonging, career growth, and continuous professional development. The firm offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program. The advertised pay range is $66,000–$76,000.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.
- CPA certified or eligible to work toward obtaining a CPA license.
- Proficiency with computers and spreadsheet software programs.
- Ability to travel to client sites as needed, including frequent same-day travel and occasional out-of-town travel.
- Ability to work moderate overtime throughout the year, with heavier overtime during certain business cycles.
- Must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States; Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree preferred.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Work on a wide variety of audit engagements under the supervision of different accounting professionals.
- Engage and serve clients from various industries.
- Communicate with project in-charges and clients.
- Develop technical accounting skills while performing financial statement audits.
- Prepare audit checklists and adjusting journal entries.
- Prepare financial statements alongside clients.
- Prepare and organize workpapers for client files.
- Perform other essential duties as needed.
Benefits
- Annual bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision care
- Disability and life insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Retirement plans
- Paid Care Leave
- Other programs dedicated to enhancing personal and work life and providing financial protection
- Competitive compensation packages based on performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
