Public Sector (Government / Not-for-Profit) Audit Associate

Discover Your Potential at Whitley Penn•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

How We Work Whitley Penn has become one of the region’s most distinguished and fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. We believe in working in collaborative teams with an emphasis on open-door policy and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking. We learn, innovate, and succeed by sharing knowledge, embracing diversity, and working together. We are all part of the same family and each person matters. We are more than just a job. How Will You Make an Impact? Participate on projects and engagements, where you will grow your accounting and business knowledge and learn the firm’s audit engagement process Perform external audit procedures on financial statements and internal controls Identify, measure, and analyze data Learn to communicate, build relationships, and proactively work with clients to gather information needed to conduct assignments in an organized and efficient way Learn how engagement budgets connect to firm financial results and how to manage your personal billable hours to engagement budgets Develop knowledge of the firm, including its professional capabilities and our client service philosophy Participate in community organizations/events through volunteer and networking opportunities

Requirements

1 – 3 years of public accounting external audit experience, preferably public sector
Bachelor's degree in Accounting; Master's degree preferred
CPA certification or CPA eligibility with certification in progress
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be highly dedicated with a positive attitude and a team player who takes initiative and has an eagerness to learn and acquire new skills and knowledge

Nice To Haves

Preferred knowledge of Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards
Preferred knowledge of GASB Basic Financial Statements for State and Local Governments
Preferred knowledge of risk assessment in the governmental accounting environment

Responsibilities

Participate on projects and engagements, where you will grow your accounting and business knowledge and learn the firm’s audit engagement process
Perform external audit procedures on financial statements and internal controls
Identify, measure, and analyze data
Learn to communicate, build relationships, and proactively work with clients to gather information needed to conduct assignments in an organized and efficient way
Learn how engagement budgets connect to firm financial results and how to manage your personal billable hours to engagement budgets
Develop knowledge of the firm, including its professional capabilities and our client service philosophy
Participate in community organizations/events through volunteer and networking opportunities