Experienced Audit Associate - Public Sector
PKF O'Connor Davies•Voorhees Township, NJ
•$60,000 - $70,000•Hybrid
About The Position
PKF O’Connor Davies is seeking an Experienced Audit Associate to join its Public Sector practice. The associate will assist with audit engagements for governmental entities, including municipalities, counties, school districts, and public authorities. The role is intended for someone with an accounting foundation, strong analytical skills, and an interest in developing expertise in governmental accounting and auditing. The position requires working in the office at least four days per week, with local travel to client locations as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university.
- 1–2 years of progressive audit experience in public accounting.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
- Interest in governmental accounting and auditing.
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and organizational abilities.
- Proficiency in audit and accounting software, such as Engagement, Caseware, or similar, Microsoft Office Suite, and relevant reporting frameworks.
- Must be able to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.
- Must be willing and able to travel locally to client locations as needed.
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship is not available.
Nice To Haves
- CPA license or working toward CPA certification.
- Experience auditing municipalities, school districts, and authorities such as housing or municipal utilities.
- Coursework or experience related to governmental accounting and auditing.
Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and performing audit procedures under the supervision of senior team members.
- Examine financial records, account balances, transactions, and supporting documentation.
- Prepare clear, accurate workpapers documenting procedures performed, evidence obtained, and conclusions reached.
- Assist with testing cash, receivables, expenditures, payroll, capital assets, debt, and other financial statement areas.
- Understand clients’ operations and internal controls through inquiries, walkthroughs, and documentation.
- Support audits under applicable professional standards, including Generally Accepted Auditing Standards and Government Auditing Standards, as appropriate.
- Assist with Single Audit procedures, including testing compliance requirements and internal controls over federal awards, as assigned.
- Assist in preparing and reviewing financial statements, footnotes, and supporting schedules.
- Identify discrepancies or potential issues and promptly communicate findings to engagement supervisors.
- Maintain professional communication with clients and follow up on requested information.
- Manage assigned tasks to meet engagement deadlines and budget expectations.
- Participate in training to build knowledge of governmental accounting, GASB standards, and public sector auditing.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Basic life, AD&D, and voluntary life insurance.
- 401(k) plan and profit-sharing program.
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts.
- Employee assistance, wellness, and work-life programs.
- Commuter and parking benefits programs.
- Inclusive parental leave benefits.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid firm holidays.
- Community and volunteering programs.
- Recognition and rewards programs.
- Training and certification programs.
- Discretionary performance bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
