Audit Associate
Larson Gross is an innovative, forward-thinking, and team-oriented firm. We are a locally owned, full service public accounting firm based in Bellingham, Yakima, and Wenatchee, Washington. We offer audit, tax, and consulting services in a variety of industries. Our growth is a result of our long-term and collaborative approach to client service, and we build genuine relationships with our colleagues, our clients, and the communities we serve.
We are seeking a full time Audit Associate. We have opportunities in all of our locations.
Work Environment:
- Learning environment - grow your career
- We work as a team
- Flexible work arrangements
- Volunteer opportunities
- Community Giving Campaigns
Compensation range: $24.00 - $29 per hour
Benefits:
- PTO, holiday pay, 401k, discretionary bonus, profit sharing
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, EAP
- CPA exam support: Discounted exam materials, CPA exam, licensing, membership due paid. Paid time to take the exam, bonus after passing the exam
Core Job Responsibilities:
- Perform audit or review procedures as assigned by the assurance team
- Clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, and planned audit approach
- Recognize potential audit issues or unusual relationships from basic analysis of the financial statement and communicate them to the assurance team
- Demonstrate professionalism and competence in the audit client’s environment
- Maintain a strong client focus, be responsive to requests, develop/maintain productive working relationships with client personnel and the assurance team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledgeable of general financial accounting and cost accounting
- Understanding of and ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles
- A demonstrated ability to self-direct and effectively organize, prioritize and manage multiple engagements under tight deadlines
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or another relevant field required
- CPA or sufficient course work to achieve CPA certification upon passing the examination
- 1 year of related work experience in public accounting a plus