Experienced Audit Associate

Baker Tilly•Frisco, TX

4d•$71,800 - $88,900

About The Position

As an Audit Associate at Baker Tilly, you will provide audit and other assurance services to clients, including privately held and publicly traded companies at different stages of development. You will work as a member of engagement teams, build client relationships, and develop client-service and technical accounting skills. The role offers opportunities for career growth, flexibility in how and where work is completed, coaching and mentoring, and firmwide learning and development programs. The position involves working directly with clients to gather information, perform testing, address accounting and business challenges, and identify ways to improve internal controls. The pay rate range is $71,800 to $88,900. Actual compensation depends on relevant factors, including skills, experience, qualifications, degrees or certifications, work arrangements, and geographic location.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience.
A four-year degree and eligibility to obtain a license.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment with all levels of client personnel.
Skills in time management, communication, interpersonal relations, relationship building, collaboration, and problem solving.
Organizational and analytical skills, initiative, and adaptability.
Proficiency with Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting or a related business degree, with sufficient coursework and credits to sit for the CPA exam in the applicable state.
Outstanding academic performance; a GPA of 3.0 or above is preferred.
Relevant internship, work experience, and/or involvement with a professional organization.

Responsibilities

Provide assurance and consulting services as a member of engagement teams.
Engage with clients throughout the year to gather information needed to complete testing and respond to questions.
Perform substantive testing on clients’ balance sheets and income statements.
Test for internal control deficiencies and discuss recommendations for improvement.
Participate in on-the-job coaching, mentoring, and firmwide learning and development programs.
Network and build strong relationships internally and externally with clients.
Develop client-service and technical accounting skills.